PhD Design Innovation at Loughborough University

The Institute for Creative Futures is an innovative hub that merges the cutting-edge fields of design innovation and creative technologies. Combining expertise and forward-thinking approaches in design innovation, media and the creative industries, the Institute brings together diverse disciplines to tackle contemporary global challenges. We are dedicated to exploring how design innovation and creative technologies can drive social, cultural, and economic transformation and equip the next generation of leaders with the skills knowledge and expertise needed to shape the future of the creative industries.

Faculty: Loughborough University London  |  Department: Institute for Creative Futures  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: October, February or July  |  Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Institute has an interest in pursuing issues in design that are at the vanguard of design research, and which have the potential to deliver outstanding outcomes for design research and practice. Research themes: Futures, Cultures, Praxis.

Career pathways

As well as providing a route into academia, studying a PhD will give you the expertise and skills required to advance your career in a wide range of professions, vocations and businesses.

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