Come to Cranfield University for this MDes program offers state of the art approaches in design driven, innovative design management and design research.

The course is designed for (but not exclusive to) creative professionals with an aspiration to use Design Thinking to advance their careers. It aims to develop creative design literate engineers, scientists and management postgraduates providing tools and techniques to visualise complex data flows and strategic communication processes. It is suitable for graduates from a variety of disciplines.

Some of the Key Skills that Students will develop include:

  • Design thinking and creativity.
  • Collaborative Innovation.
  • Understanding the value and use of prototyping for innovation.
  • Introduction to technology readiness levels (TRL’s).
  • How to identify and write good requirement for design.
  • Hands-on use of professional CAD/CAE software.
  • Design skills workshops (sketching, CADCAE, mechatronics, 3D printing)
  • Knowledge of advanced materials and processes (smart materials, bio-inspiration, nano & micro technologies, additive manufacturing)

Cranfield University is unique in that it exclusively offers Postgraduate programs. As such, the university is able to forge strong relationships with industries and companies such as Dyson, Honeywell and Unilever. Successful students have developed challenging and rewarding careers in product, manufacturing and service industries in the private sector, public sector organisations such as environmental protection agencies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and design, environmental and business consultancies.

Interested in finding out more? Want to apply from Canada? Contact Canadian agent Barclay Educational Services at JSB@barclayedu.com Barclay is a recognized agent in Canada for Cranfield University. As such, there is no charge for our services. The University pays our fee. Start Studying Overseas in Fall 2021!