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Master of Strategic Design

SRH University

Berlin, Germany
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A design master for developing design strategies, brand identity and service design.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: yes

What you will learn

Develop and communicate creative or design work informed by Strategic Design. Critically evaluate specialist evidence and apply advanced research or professional approaches in Strategic Design. Reflect on audiences
presentation standards and responsible creative practice.

Career outcomes

Brand management
creative direction
service design
experience design
companies
institutions and start-ups

Curriculum

Four semesters (120 ECTS). Students acquire skills in design thinking
project management and human-centred research
with a key focus on data analysis and participatory design methods. They also explore brand identity in the creative realm using analogue and digital tools.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor's degree (180 or 210 ECTS) in a related subject
CV
ID
proof of language
selection interview; further requirements per programme
No minimum grade or GPA published; GPA
subject and ECTS requirements are checked per programme (FAQ: bachelor degree with 180 or 210 ECTS); selection process

Accepted academic background

Accredited bachelor's degree (180 or 210 ECTS) in a subject related to the programme; 1-semester Pre-Master at SRH International College if GPA, subject or language requirements are not fully met

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 87
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 59
TOEIC 785 (Listening/Reading
Cambridge Speaking 160
IELTS Academic 6.5

Other requirements

Portfolio required
Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Previous Qualification Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)

How to apply

Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	€11,900 EUR
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Berlin
Faculty or school	Arts Design & Music
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	SRH University scholarship and financing programs may be offered to qualifying bachelor or master students; competitive selection applies.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.