Material and production technology (MFT)
Basis and overview of materials and processing technologies the range of traditional and new, sustainable materials Processing technologies (with a focus on…
Ergonomics (Human Factors)
Teaching knowledge about the anthropometric, physiological and psychological characteristics of humans, their abilities and limitations. Foundation course: familiarisation…
Aesthetic theory
Promoting an understanding of design practice in its broad cultural context. The theoretical examination also aims to understand the historical context of design movements, styles…
Economy
Communicating the complex system of entrepreneurial business models and the interrelationships between the very different and relevant players. Creating a business model canvas: Based on a…
Social psychology
Imparting in-depth knowledge of scientifically based psychological findings that are relevant in the context of industrial design in order to understand the experience and…
Main study programme
Regular duration 2 years Degree Diploma Focus Project work in a broad spectrum of fields of work. Knowledge transfer in practice, theory and science. Design projects in a wide…
Host culture
International students are also very welcome at the Department of Design in Darmstadt and are part of our academic culture. Teaching takes place in German and English.
Diploma thesis
A prerequisite for the successful completion of the degree programme is the diploma thesis, a largely independent design project with a freely selectable task and supervision, which…
Telling stories, putting people, things and events in the right light, capturing moments - conveying emotions: In an increasingly visual and media-driven world, photography is a powerful tool for…