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Diploma of Higher Education in Design and Innovation at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A 240-credit diploma developing design thinking, practical skills and innovative approaches through online studios, networking and hands-on projects. Complementary modules allow study of a subject area of the student's choice. It prepares for design careers or further study in the BA/BSc Design and Innovation degree.

Duration: Part-time 4 years; full-time 2 years (240 credits)  |  Intake: February 2027, October 2027  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Design thinking and practice through online studios and projects, with complementary modules in a chosen subject area.

Career pathways

Design careers.

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Application information

Intake: February 2027, October 2027

Duration: Part-time 4 years; full-time 2 years (240 credits)

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