Industrial Design - Master's Programme
Start
Autumn 2026
Duration
2 years
Level
Master's
Language
English
Place of study
Lund
The discipline of design is firmly embedded into cultural frameworks. Today, almost any issue can become the subject of design processes. Through in-depth studies within artistic, sociological and technological contexts and theories, this master's programme broadens your creative and intellectual perspectives.
You build on previously acquired knowledge to plan, visualise and implement concepts and strategies for new products and services.
As a designer, you will be responsible for conceiving of and ultimately making systems work. By organising exhibitions and taking part in seminars and workshops, you communicate your work, participate in the public debate and contribute to advancing the field of design at large.
Lund University School of Industrial Design (LUSID) is organised within LTH, Lunds Tekniska Högskola (The Faculty of Engineering at Lund University) and offers an academic journey from undergraduate to PhD. LUSID offers a creative environment coupled with well-equipped facilities. The combination of being part of a full faculty university and engaging with external stakeholders supports cross-disciplinary approaches and professional interaction.
The programme includes design projects in each semester, combined with courses in areas such as aesthetics, digital tools, production, management, research methods and design theory.
You participate in studio work, seminars, workshops and exhibitions. From the beginning of the programme, you are encouraged to communicate your work and take part in public debate.
Study trips and exhibitions form a natural part of the programme. The first semester includes a mandatory four-day introduction tour. Later in the programme, other optional study trips and activities are available.
As a future designer, you will be a key agent in ethical systemic transformations. Your work will contribute to the advancement of long-term sustainable development.
The programme strengthens the knowledge and tools you need for interdisciplinary collaboration, leadership and managing complex tasks and situations. As a graduate, you may work at global companies, or pursue careers in entrepreneurship, academia or the public sector.
Applicants to the Master's Programme in Industrial Design are required to submit a digital portfolio, including an application summary, statement of purpose and CV.
For further instructions follow the link below.
Prerequisites
A Bachelor’s degree with relevance to the applied education. A digital portfolio of the applicant’s own work in the field that clearly proves that the applicant has good potential to benefit from the programme. English 6
Selection criteria
The selection is based on the submitted portfolio and on a statement of purpose. Portfolio instructions.
Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.
Tuition fees, payments and exemptions
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 540,000
First payment: SEK 135,000
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
Lund University Global Scholarship Programme
The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.
Lund University Global Scholarship
African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship
Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities.
Swedish Institute Scholarship: Global professionals
The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students from certain countries who are applying for select Master's programmes in Sweden.
Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website
Swedish Institute Scholarship: Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship
The Swedish Institute offers scholarships for Master's studies in Sweden for women from selected countries in Africa and Asia who want to pursue degrees in STEM fields. Check the country and programme requirements on the Swedish Institute's website to see if you are eligible for the scholarship.
SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM
Country-specific scholarships and funding options
Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University. Most agreements are intended for Master’s applicants, although certain opportunities may also be available to Bachelor’s students.
External scholarships
In addition to scholarships offered by Lund University or through its partner agreements, there are external opportunities. On the page below, you’ll find examples of organisations that may provide financial support for international students from specific countries.
Scholarship for the Master's Programme in Industrial Design
The Ingvar Kamprad Scholarship is available for students who are applying to the Master's Programme in Industrial Design.