Overview

The Design and Change programme from Linnaeus Universityis delivered and evaluated through a series of projects, and you will work independently as well as engage in group work, and in collaborations with the local and regional community and enterprises. It is held entirely in English and we welcome students from all over the world. This means that you as a student are part of a group characterized by diversity and will become well prepared for an international design career.

Key facts

Design +Change is located in Växjö, Småland – a region characterized by entrepreneurship, production and craft. Collaborative projects and educational visits will give you unique opportunities to forge networks and learn as well as to build your portfolio. The study environment in Växjö is personal, safe and creative and you will work in close contact with our practicing designers/lecturers, artists and researchers. The diversity in expertise provides you with the possibility to develop across disciplines and be introduced to a variety of artistic practices such as ceramics, wood-work, textiles, performance, movement & somatic practice, food, photo and video, among others.

Career

The career perspective of Design is very diverse. The bachelor provides you with many useful skills, overarching knowledge and an interdisciplinary approach that can be incorporated in whatever specialization you decide to pursue, allowing for different career pathways of your interests and aspirations. Many students decide to expand on their expertise with a masters education within various fields. You can also choose to continue your studies in Växjö with the Design + Change Master Programme.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainability and creativity

Design – 2D

Design – 3D

Design – moving images

Design practice

Design and pedagogy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Växjö, Sweden

Disciplines

Design View 4 other Bachelors in Design in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

General entry requirements + approved portfolio and English 6.
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

285000 SEK / year

≈ 285000 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Only for international students:

Tuition fee, first payment: 142,500 SEK

Tuition fee, total: 855,000 SEK

Living costs

Växjö

Sweden

6090 - 10000 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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