Design (LT, EN)

Programme code 

6121PX013

Qualification degree

Bachelor of Arts

Level of qualification

University studies, First cycle, undergraduate (Bachelor)

Mode of study                            

Full-time, 4 years, 240 credits

Aim

The aim of the university Bachelor’s study programme Design is to educate a product designer, a creative, critically thinking personality of a broad outlook that is capable of creating innovative design conceptions, competitive products, which solve real problems related to social, cultural, functional or economic needs of individuals; to impart theoretical and practical knowledge and the fundamentals of research work necessary to carry out the professional activity of a designer or necessary to access to further Master's studies.

Profile of study programme

Design studies are based on practical, experimental activities, design research, theoretical classes professional advices and critics. During the studies, innovative products are developed. Students learn how to research and solve the functional, socio-cultural or economic problems, also take account environmental and sustainability issues of product design. The projects created by students win prestigious international design awards, become real products of companies, outlining future lifestyle trends.

Occupational profiles of graduates

Design graduates successfully work in companies, design studios that create high-quality consumer products, or they establish personal design companies, work as freelance designers, consult companies on product design development. Graduates specialize in different areas of design - such as furniture, transportation, consumer electronics, exhibits, shop equipment, home appliances, conceptual design, medical equipment, musical instruments, interior items, fashion accessories, advertising, services, packaging, toys, lighting fixtures, etc.

Study programme coordinator and study organization department

Prof. Juozas Brundza
Vilnius faculty, Department of Design