Study abroad in Glasgow, United Kingdom: Most popular universities for Design.

Are you thinking of studying Design, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Design in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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University of Strathclyde

The University Strathclyde Business School (SBS) has a long and proud history of being an innovative business school - and part of a leading technological university - with 'useful learning' at its heart. SBS was named Business School of the Year in the Times Higher Education 2016 awards announced in November.
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The Glasgow School of Art

As one of the oldest art and design institutions in the UK, the GSA is unique in its ability to illustrate the nature and history of art education itself; document trends, styles and fashions both in the practice and in the education of artists, designers and architects and the important role the School played in this.
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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University has become one of the largest universities in Scotland with over 20,000 students. The campus is self–contained and situated right in the heart of the lively city of Glasgow. A distinctive, inclusive and forward-looking university, GCU is committed to its social mission to promote the common good. It has become an international centre of excellence in higher education, promoting employability and global citizenship in our graduates.
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University of Glasgow

The University has often been the starting point for significant journeys of discovery and collaboration. For over five centuries we’ve inspired people who have gone on to shape other great educational institutions around the world, and we maintain strong relationships with many of them to this day. 
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Most popular Design programmes for international students in Glasgow

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Design degree in Glasgow.

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Mechanical Design Engineering

University of Glasgow

The Mechanical Design Engineering Honours degree programme equips students with knowledge, understanding and skills for mechanical engineering and design with greener concepts, technologies and methodologies for the benefit of society.
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Design Engineering with Advanced Product Development

University of Strathclyde

Combine design thinking with engineering knowledge and practice in this highly creative MSc Design Engineering with Advanced Product Development degree at The University of Strathclyde with a focus on advanced product development.
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Architecture

University of Strathclyde

In the Architecture programme from the University of Strathclyde, you can study for a MPhil or a MRes over the course of one year or a PhD over the course of three.
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International Management and Design Innovation

The Glasgow School of Art

This masters programme is offered by The University of Glasgow and taught in partnership with The Glasgow School of Art.
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Communication Design

The Glasgow School of Art

The two year programme in Communication Design is a broad one that can accommodate practice being produced by students working both within and between specialist areas of Visual Communication.
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Design Engineering

University of Strathclyde

Combine design thinking with engineering knowledge and practice in this highly creative MSc in Design Engineering at The University of Strathclyde.
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Architectural Design for the Conservation of Built Heritage

University of Strathclyde

The Architectural Design for the Conservation of Built Heritage at The University of Strathclyde - the action of conserving built heritage while maintaining its values - is practiced differently across the world; sometimes not at all due to cultural and economic constraints.
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Pre-sessional Pre-Master's - Mechanical Engineering (with Design or Manufacture)

Glasgow Caledonian University

The Pre-sessional Pre-Master's - Mechanical Engineering (with Design or Manufacture) course is offered by INTO Glasgow Caledonian University.
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Design

Design degrees prepare students to be able to create products that fulfil functional, as well as aesthetical, purposes, while also considering the economic and social aspects. Design degree studies offered by top design schools prepare professionals for careers in Multimedia, Advertising, Technology, but also Fashion Design or Interior Design.

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