Design & Engineering (Master's Degree)

Program Overview

The Laurea Magistrale in Design & Engineering from Politecnico di Milano is a multidisciplinary two-year Master's program that prepares graduates for careers in product development, design, and manufacturing. It combines design principles, materials science, and engineering processes, equipping students to create comprehensive product dossiers. The program includes core courses, electives, hands-on projects, and an internship, preparing graduates for success in a range of industries where design and engineering converge.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Laurea Magistrale in Design & Engineering is a two-year Master's program offered by the Politecnico di Milano. It is a multidisciplinary program that combines design and engineering principles, aiming to prepare students for careers in product development and industrial production. The program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of design methodologies, materials science, and manufacturing processes. The program's objective is to train design professionals who can integrate design and engineering cultures, capable of creating complete project dossiers, including product concepts, final and working designs, and production documentation.

Outline:

The program is structured into two years, with a total of 120 ECTS credits. The curriculum includes a combination of core courses and elective modules.

Year 1:

• Product Development Design Studio (1 and 2): This studio-based course focuses on the development of product design concepts, from initial ideation to prototyping.
• Mechanical Design: This course covers the principles of mechanical design, including stress analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Materials Selection Criteria in Design & Engineering: This course explores the properties and applications of various materials used in design and engineering.
• Design Thinking and Processes: This course introduces students to design thinking methodologies and their application in problem-solving.
• Design & Manufacturing: This course examines the relationship between design and manufacturing processes, including production planning and quality control.
• Elective course: Students can choose from a range of elective courses to specialize in areas of interest.

Year 2:

• Semiotics: This course explores the theory and application of semiotics in design communication.
• Final Project Work: Students undertake a major design project, applying their knowledge and skills to a real-world problem.
• Internship: Students gain practical experience through an internship in a design or engineering firm.
• Final Examination: Students complete a final examination to assess their overall understanding of the program's content.

Careers:

Graduates of the Laurea Magistrale in Design & Engineering are well-prepared for careers in various industries, including:

• Product Design: Working as product designers, industrial designers, or user experience designers.
• Manufacturing: Contributing to the development and optimization of manufacturing processes.
• Research and Development: Conducting research in design, materials science, or engineering.
• Consultancy: Providing design and engineering expertise to companies and organizations.

Other:

The program is offered in English and is taught at the Milano Bovisa campus. Students with a Design background are required to submit a portfolio of their work.