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Diploma of Higher Education in Design at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A diploma building design skills and a design-led creative approach to social, ecological and technological challenges. It explores design theory and practice through project-based learning, developing professional design competencies, collaborative experience and a professional portfolio.

Duration: Part-time 2 years; full-time 1 year  |  Intake: February 2027, October 2027  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Design theory and practice through project-based learning, with work towards a professional portfolio.

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Application information

Intake: February 2027, October 2027

Duration: Part-time 2 years; full-time 1 year

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