439 Master's Programs in Design in Europe

Specializations within design

Top universities for Design in Europe

Ranked by how many design programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.

• Aalto University (48)
• Sheffield Hallam University (20)
• Edinburgh Napier University (17)
• University of Lisbon (13)
• London Metropolitan University (13)
• Northumbria University (11)
• University of Applied Sciences Potsdam (8)
• University of Southampton (8)
• Brunel University London (6)
• Arts University Bournemouth (6)

January intake in Europe

9 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Design — Georgian Technical University (GTU) · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Production Design — National Film and Television School · starts Jan 2028
• Master in New Media — Aalto University · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Game Design and Development — Aalto University · starts Jan 2027
• Master of Arts in Design — Macromedia University of Applied Sciences, Munich · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Architectural Design MA — University of Huddersfield · starts Jan 2028

Masters (MS) in Design in Europe: common questions

How many design programs are there in Europe?

439 design masters programs at 165 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a design degree in Europe cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in design in Europe is 20,000 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 6,858 USD and 24,496 USD a year.

Can I study design in Europe in English?

Yes — 89% of the design programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (391 of 439).

Are any of these design programs available online?

2 of the 439 programs in Europe are delivered online or by distance learning.