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Many different people can find the value in taking summer courses. These courses can help individuals gain basic knowledge in a subject or expand their understanding of certain concepts. Summer courses typically impart the same amount of core knowledge that courses offered during the regular school year provide, but they do it in less time. What is a summer course in design studies? It is a progra… Read more

Many different people can find the value in taking summer courses. These courses can help individuals gain basic knowledge in a subject or expand their understanding of certain concepts. Summer courses typically impart the same amount of core knowledge that courses offered during the regular school year provide, but they do it in less time.

What is a summer course in design studies? It is a program that was created to give individuals background knowledge required to complete a design degree or certification program. In these courses, participants learn the basics of design that are applicable to disciplines ranging from graphic design to fashion. Each comes with its own set of criteria and offerings, and upon completion students are prepared with a proper foundation to dig deeper into the design specialty of their choice.

This summer course provides a foundation that allows students to focus on sharpening their skills when they get into more advanced coursework, rather than having to learn the concepts as they go. This can help them to advance more quickly in their studies.

There are a few different factors that must be considered when establishing the price for this program. The location of the school, average cost of attendance and whether students study in person or online are all different factors that contribute to the price. As such, it can vary from person to person.

The summer course in design prepares students to pursue degrees and certifications in a variety of fields. Each concentration provides a path into a particular career. For example, a graphic design program can prepare individuals for careers in the IT field or business and marketing, while a fashion design program could help students in the arts and fashion. The foundational skills developed through this education have no limits as far as their possible applications.

A summer course in design can be very beneficial to your pursuit of a career in design, no matter what avenue you choose. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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Design Summer Camp
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SDS - The Sustainable Design School
Nice, France

Empower your drawing skill

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Summer courses
Full-time
2 weeks
French, English
15 Jun 2020
Campus
 

Graphic & Fashion Promotion Summer Course
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Istituto Modartech
Pontedera, Italy

An intensive two-week course to develop with a creative and laboratory approach, the basic skills and sector-specific knowledge to promote fashion products through graphic des ... +

An intensive two-week course to develop with a creative and laboratory approach, the basic skills and sector-specific knowledge to promote fashion products through graphic design and styling. The educational program, thought for learning the basics of visual communication and the capacity to develop a real aesthetical sensitivity, is for Italian and foreign students. -
Summer courses
Full-time
2 weeks
English, Italian
Jul 2020
Campus
 

Summer Program Cosmetics Product Development at Sup’Biotech: 2019
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Sup’Biotech Paris
Villejuif, France

Sup'Biotech is a private engineering school located in the Paris metropolitan area, that is specialized in various emerging biotechnology-related fields. Sup'Biotech is part o ... +

Sup'Biotech is a private engineering school located in the Paris metropolitan area, that is specialized in various emerging biotechnology-related fields. Sup'Biotech is part of the IONIS Institute of Technology cluster. -
Summer courses
Full-time
3 weeks
English
06 Jul 2020
15 Jun 2020
Campus
 

Summer School in Toulon
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Kedge Business School
Toulon, France +1 More

Our Summer Program at the KEDGE Design School in Toulon offers international students the chance to study Design Thinking and Managing Creativity at the gateway to the French ... +

Our Summer Program at the KEDGE Design School in Toulon offers international students the chance to study Design Thinking and Managing Creativity at the gateway to the French Riviera. -
Summer courses
Full-time
2 weeks
English
Campus
 

Summer program: Design Immersion Days
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SCI-Arc
Los Angeles, USA

Design Immersion Days (DID) is an immersive four-week summer program that introduces high school students to design and architecture. It is intended to inspire curiosity about ... +

Design Immersion Days (DID) is an immersive four-week summer program that introduces high school students to design and architecture. It is intended to inspire curiosity about the world of design, introduce basic design knowledge and critical thinking skills, and familiarize students with the expansive architecture and design culture of Los Angeles. -
Summer courses
Full-time
4 weeks
English
Campus
 

Summer Course in Car Design - An introduction
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IED – Istituto Europeo di Design Torino
Turin, Italy

Italy is a center of excellence and innovation in the field of automotive design. IED Torino is based in the automotive capital of Italy, home to such iconic companies as Fiat ... +

Italy is a center of excellence and innovation in the field of automotive design. IED Torino is based in the automotive capital of Italy, home to such iconic companies as Fiat, Lancia, Pininfarina and Alfa Romeo. Within such a context IED offers this summer program that introduces the fundamental elements and tools necessary to become a future car designer. The course provides students with an overview of contemporary trends and industrial challenges and focuses on car designer’s professional role. The program will will furthermore give students the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and intellectual abilities to design new vehicles based on a clear understanding of proportion, volume and surface design principles. Through a program of visits to companies, meetings with professionals and practical training, students will experience the professional output of this career path. Visits may include: Pininfarina, Ferrari, Museum of the Automobile, Cecomp. -
Summer courses
Full-time
3 weeks
English
29 Jun 2020
01 Jun 2020
Campus
 

Art and Digital Design in Oxford Course
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St Clare's Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom

Improve your Art and Digital Design skills this summer. This course is designed for students who want to develop their techniques, perspectives, and portfolio for their curren ... +

Improve your Art and Digital Design skills this summer. This course is designed for students who want to develop their techniques, perspectives, and portfolio for their current studies or for students who would like to try something new this summer. -
Summer courses
Part-time
2 weeks
English
12 Jul 2020
Campus
 

Summer Course in Interior and Showroom Design
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IED – Istituto Europeo di Design Milan
Milan, Italy +2 More

The course introduces the Italian design industry and current trends in interior design to enable students to develop the skills necessary to produce layouts for high-level sh ... +

The course introduces the Italian design industry and current trends in interior design to enable students to develop the skills necessary to produce layouts for high-level showrooms and shops with an essential expressive value. -
Summer courses
Full-time
3 weeks
English
29 Jun 2020
01 Jun 2020
Campus
 

Change Management Through Design Summer Course
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Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design
Tokyo, Japan +1 More

Technology is changing our world faster than citizens, businesses and governments can respond, leading to uncertainty and increasingly negative outcomes. And, while organizati ... +

Technology is changing our world faster than citizens, businesses and governments can respond, leading to uncertainty and increasingly negative outcomes. And, while organizations of all types, sizes, and maturities are struggling to adapt — rethinking their external customer/citizen value propositions while simultaneously reinventing themselves internally — traditional change management schemes based on hierarchical models are proving less and less effective. -
Summer courses
Full-time
5 days
English
17 Feb 2020
Campus
 

Furniture Design Summer Course
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The Florence Institute of Design International
Florence, Italy

The Furniture Design summer course is open to anyone who is interested in Italian furniture design. Practical skills in combination with a history of furniture design are cove ... +

The Furniture Design summer course is open to anyone who is interested in Italian furniture design. Practical skills in combination with a history of furniture design are covered during the four-week course. Students learn about the process involved with taking a piece of furniture from concept to manufacturing. -
Summer courses
Full-time
4 weeks
English
Oct 2020
Campus
 

Summer Course in Graphic Design in Branding
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IED – Istituto Europeo di Design Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain

The Summer Course in Graphic Design in Branding focusses on analyzing, comparing and creating visual identity strategies, resources, and methodologies to develop a corporate i ... +

The Summer Course in Graphic Design in Branding focusses on analyzing, comparing and creating visual identity strategies, resources, and methodologies to develop a corporate image, brand, events and products, exhibition spaces, social media, and digital media. -
Summer courses
Full-time
4 weeks
English
06 Jul 2020
15 Jun 2020
Campus
 

British Architecture & Design Summer Course
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Arts University Bournemouth - Summer Courses
Bournemouth, United Kingdom

An ideal introduction to British architecture and design, this course is based on the creative processes of ‘thinking and making’ to enhance your understanding of architectura ... +

An ideal introduction to British architecture and design, this course is based on the creative processes of ‘thinking and making’ to enhance your understanding of architectural design. -
Summer courses
Part-time
English
Campus
 

Intro to Interaction Design Summer Course
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Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design
Tokyo, Japan +1 More

Explore the nature and aesthetics of interaction design. Practice creativity in a hands-on studio environment.

Explore the nature and aesthetics of interaction design. Practice creativity in a hands-on studio environment. -
Summer courses
Full-time
5 days
English
10 Feb 2020
Campus
 

Designing Interactive Spaces Summer Course
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Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design
San José, Costa Rica +2 More

Digital technology continues to fuse with our physical environment allowing for spatial, tactile and multi-sensory experiences. In this workshop you will explore tools to desi ... +

Digital technology continues to fuse with our physical environment allowing for spatial, tactile and multi-sensory experiences. In this workshop you will explore tools to design and prototype Interactive Spaces. -
Summer courses
Full-time
5 days
English
10 Feb 2020
Campus
 

Service Design Summer School
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Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design
Tokyo, Japan +1 More

Acquire the fundamental tools and mindset of a service designer in this one-week intensive hands-on workshop.

Acquire the fundamental tools and mindset of a service designer in this one-week intensive hands-on workshop. -
Summer courses
Full-time
5 days
English
10 Feb 2020
Campus
 

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