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Innovation and Design Pathways in Sweden

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Looking for your first degree in Innovation and Design? See All Bachelors degrees in Innovation and Design

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Study a Innovation and Design Pathways or Foundation Programme in Sweden

If you have a passion for design, a university degree in Innovation and Design allows you to focus on developing creative solutions for a variety of problems. As well as learning about the design process, the interdisciplinary nature of this programme will allow you to learn about innovation management. You will learn how to effectively apply your creativity to approach projects of all kinds, including UX, product design, garment design, engineering and more.

Graduates of programmes in Innovation and Design will learn more about product design, developing methodologies to conceive and design better products for end users. You may also cover UX, developing software with superior interactivity for end users. You may learn skills in illustration and 2D drawing, CAD and 3D modeling and rapid prototyping using technology such as 3D printing.

By studying in this field, your modules are likely to cover topics such as:

  • Design & prototyping
  • Entrepreneurship
  • User experience and interaction design
  • Production techniques
  • Product development
  • Mobile communications
  • Innovation and Design research methods
  • Project management in Innovation and Design

Graduates of degrees in Innovation and Design may go on to careers in design agencies, graphical design, engineering and marketing, product developers, designer and project management.

Study in Sweden

Sweden is a country that can offer many exciting opportunities for study, work and leisure. Around 30,000 international students choose to study in Sweden each year, and this number is increasing as global travel becomes more accessible. Many of Sweden's universities are ranked in the QS World University rankings, and they place emphasis on ensuring their students are encouraged to participate in group work and critical thinking. This means that as a graduate of a Swedish university, you will be ready to enter into your chosen profession.

See our detailed guide to studying in Sweden for international students.

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