Overview

Compared to the Laurea (equivalent to Bachelor of Science), in the Laurea Magistrale critical thinking and research methodologies are developed to reach a deep knowledge that allows the masterly designer to coordinate and control complex communication systems by using inter-media or transmedia forms of communication.

The areas in which the graduate intervenes include traditional and multimedia publishing, brand and product identity, products and services for new television, information design, internet and mobile device.

Career

Profiles graduating from this Communication Design programme from Politecnico di Milano occupy roles as directors and project managers in the development of communication strategies. They have ample employment possibilities in the traditional and multimedia publishing industry, in professional studios, in advertising and communication agencies and in IT and internet consultancy firms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interaction Design Studio

Complex Artefacts and System Design Studio

Workshop, Sociology of Media

Anthropology of Communication

Semiotics Methods for Design

Digital Culture

Elective Course

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy

Disciplines

Design Communication Studies View 69 other Masters in Design in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor degree in a related field. An official translation of the Bachelor/provisional degree is also required, in case the original document is in a language other than Italian, English, French or Spanish.
Academic transcript
Cumulative GPA statement
Curriculum vitae
Portfolio (for Design courses)
English proficiency
GRE (only for Engineering courses, optional)
Letter of recommendation (optional)
Letter of motivation (optional)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

3900 EUR / year

≈ 3900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

3900 EUR / year

≈ 3900 EUR / year

Additional Details

Annual tuition fees range from €900 to €3,900, depending on the student’s Equivalent Economic Status Index (ISEE) as assessed for each academic year.

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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