A 4-year bachelor's programme, taught in English, in Madrid.

Price€28,020/ year · 2027/28 · all nationalities
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LanguageEnglish⁠Requires IELTS 7
Duration4 years⁠

✓ 6 official sources · checked 31 Oct 2026

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What you will study

58 modules published

Across 4 years of study.

Where will you be?

8 semesters, one by one

Each block is what the institution publishes for that semester.

Year 1
9 modules39 ECTS
8 modules39 ECTS
Year 2
9 modules39 ECTS
8 modules45 ECTS
Year 3
8 modules
1 module30 ECTS
Year 4
8 modules
Final project15 ECTS
StudyFinal projectYear known, semester not
How does the focus shift?

From languages and communication to business and management

Share of modules by theme in each semester. Our classification by module titles.

Specialist subjectsMaths and foundationsData and computingBusiness and managementSociety, ethics and lawLanguages and communicationResearch methodsProjects and labsThesisFree electives
Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
  • Specialist subjects
  • Maths and foundations
  • Data and computing
  • Business and management
  • Society, ethics and law
  • Languages and communication
  • Research methods
  • Projects and labs
  • Thesis
  • Free electives
What are all the subjects?

All 58 modules

Year 1 · 17 modules · 78 ECTS
ModuleTypeECTS
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Basic6
· Sem 2Basic6
· Sem 1Basic6
· Sem 1Basic6
· Sem 2Basic6
· Sem 1Basic6
· Sem 2Basic6
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 2Compulsory6

Source: public-api.thesaurus.ie.edu, checked 31 Oct 2026

Year 2 · 17 modules · 84 ECTS
ModuleTypeECTS
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 2Compulsory3
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 2Optional diploma6
· Sem 2Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Basic9
· Sem 2Basic9

Source: public-api.thesaurus.ie.edu, checked 31 Oct 2026

Year 3 · 9 modules · 78 ECTS
ModuleTypeECTS
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 2Elective30
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Compulsory9

Source: public-api.thesaurus.ie.edu, checked 31 Oct 2026

Year 4 · 15 modules · 87 ECTS
ModuleTypeECTS
· Sem 2Tfg15
· Sem 1Compulsory3
· Sem 2Compulsory3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 2Optional diploma3
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 2Compulsory6
· Sem 1Compulsory6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Optional diploma6
· Sem 1Compulsory9

Source: public-api.thesaurus.ie.edu, checked 31 Oct 2026

The degree in facts
LevelBachelor · EQF 6, ISCED 6⁠
QualificationOfficial bachelor's degree⁠
Credits240 ECTS⁠
Study modeFull time⁠
DeliveryOn campus⁠
How it differs

Against similar programmes

Where this programme leans, compared with the same level and field.

What is there more of here?

More projects and labs than 6 of 6 similar

Share of credits by theme. Right: modules counted. Our classification by module titles.

This programmeBachelor in Design IE58
  • Specialist subjects
  • Maths and foundations
  • Data and computing
  • Business and management
  • Society, ethics and law
  • Languages and communication
  • Research methods
  • Projects and labs
  • Internship
  • Thesis
  • Free electives
Is this a typical programme?

More projects and labs, less business and management

Share here against the average of 6 similar programmes. Our classification by module titles.

More here than typical

Projects and labs
33% here
12% typical
Specialist subjects
22% here
17% typical

Less here than typical

Business and management
8% here
12% typical

About the same as typical: research methods, data and computing, thesis, society, ethics and law, maths and foundations, languages and communication.

Which year differs most?

Year 3 stands out most

The same mix of themes, cut by year of study. Our classification by module titles.

Year 1

Close to similar programmes

This programme

Year 2

More projects and labs 29% against 18% at most

This programme

Year 3

More projects and labs 56% against 29% at most

This programme

Year 4

More projects and labs 33% against 25% at most

This programme
  • Specialist subjects
  • Maths and foundations
  • Data and computing
  • Business and management
  • Society, ethics and law
  • Languages and communication
  • Research methods
  • Projects and labs
  • Thesis
  • Free electives
What is only here?

30 modules not found at 6 similar programmes

Matched by title, so treat it as a hint to check.

Projects and labs

14
  • INTERIOR LAB I: Private Spaces (Lighting, acoustics and surfaces)
  • INTRO TO DESIGN STUDIO I: LEARNING BY DOING
  • INTRO TO DESIGN STUDIO II: COLLABORATIVE DESIGN STUDIO
  • GRAPHIC LAB I: UX/UI & DIGITAL EXPERIENCE
  • GRAPHIC LAB II: Motion Graphics and Storytelling
  • GRAPHIC LAB III: Spatial Communication (Signage & Wayfinding)
  • INTERIOR LAB II: Public Spaces (Scenography and exhibitions)
  • INTERIOR LAB III: Innovation, AI & Emerging tech
+6 more
  • PRODUCT LAB I: Idea, Concept & Prototype
  • PRODUCT LAB II: Function, Form & Fabrication
  • PRODUCT LAB III: Product business and market readliness
  • DESIGN STUDIO I: VISUAL
  • DESIGN STUDIO II: PRODUCT
  • DESIGN STUDIO IV: STRATEGIC

Specialist subjects

7
  • ILLUSTRATION: DIGITAL AND ANALOGICAL
  • Manufacturing for Industrial Design
  • PACKAGING
  • PRINCIPLES OF INTERIORS
  • PRODUCT SKETCHING AND FORM EXPLORATION
  • REGENERATIVE MATERIAL PRACTICES
  • PROCESS AND DESIGN THEORY

Business and management

3
  • BRAND IDENTITY SYSTEMS
  • BUSINESS OF INTERIORS
  • PRODUCT INNOVATION

Languages and communication

2
  • PRESENTATION SKILLS
  • Visual Storytelling: Analog and Digital Illustration

Society, ethics and law

2
  • INDUSTRIAL DESIGN HISTORY
  • PSYCHOLOGY AND USER-CENTERED DESIGN

Research methods

1
  • QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Where you'll study

Studying in Madrid

What is the campus like?
RankingQS World University Rankings: International Students 2026: #1, world⁠
FacilitiesLibrary⁠
SupportCounselling⁠, Student clubs⁠

The rest of what we hold on IE is on its page.

What it costs

At least €28,170 for the first year

What does the first year cost?

≥ €28,170 first year · 2027/28 · all nationalities · our sum

Tuition 2027/28€28,020
Application fee€150

Not published: living costs

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FeeWho pays itYearAmount
TuitionAll applicants2027/28€28,020 / year
What changes the price?

3 things that move it

Grant

Direct Awards: merit

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Direct Awards: merit

Grant

IE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD

Is that expensive?

More expensive than most

Among 102 similar programmes, in euros / year

This programme €28,020

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This programme2027/28≈ €28,020
Bachelor in Fashion Design (IE University)2027/28≈ €28,020
Dual Bachelor Degree in Business Administration & Design (IE University)2027/28≈ €34,020
Dual Bachelor Degree in Business Administration & Fashion Design (IE University)2027/28≈ €34,020
And the whole degree?

≈ €112,080

Tuition only.

At today's rate. Later years may cost more. Every Program estimate

How to start

Apply by 6 Nov 2026

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Nov 2026
  • Application deadline
Jan 2027
  • Application deadline
Mar 2027
  • Application deadline
Is my language good enough?
English requirement7 IELTS overall4 tests accepted
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All 4 accepted proofs
Cambridge C1 Advanced · CEFR from: C1 · Language: English
Duolingo English Test 130 · Language: English
IELTS 7 · Language: English · Recommended score: 7.5
TOEFL 100 · Language: English · Recommended score: 105
What do they ask for?
Prior educationUnknown
How to applyUnknown
What else to look at

Other options

How do the alternatives compare?

6 of 6 similar publish a price

Similar: same level, field and language, Spain

The first two matches side by side with this programme, then 4 more.

This programmeBachelor in Design IESimilarBachelor in Fashion Design IESimilarDual Bachelor Degree in Business Administration & Design IE
Price€28,020 / year · 2027/28€28,020 / year · 2027/28€34,020 / year · 2027/28
Duration4 years4 years5 years
LanguageEnglishEnglishEnglish
Next date6 Nov 20266 Nov 20266 Nov 2026

3 of 6 publish a next date.

€34,020 / year · 2027/28 · all nationalities

27% business and management · 12% society, ethics and law

BachelorTaught in EnglishScholarshipsEnglish
Next date

UBSpain

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts

Grado en Bellas ArtesTranslated

€17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities

45% free electives · 15% projects and labs

BachelorThesisTaught in EnglishCatalanSpanish

UPV · ValènciaSpain

Bachelor's Degree in Design and Creative Technologies

Grado en Diseño y Tecnologías CreativasTranslated

€14.03 / credit · 2026/27 · EU/EEA

49% free electives · 12% languages and communication

BachelorTaught in EnglishSpanishCatalan

UPV · ValènciaSpain

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts

Grado en Bellas ArtesTranslated

€17.34 / credit · 2026/27 · EU/EEA

59% free electives · 13% languages and communication

BachelorTaught in EnglishSpanishCatalan
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The short version

The programme, from the facts

Bachelor in Design is a bachelor's programme in arts and design at IE University in Madrid, Spain. It takes 4 years. It carries 240 ECTS credits. Teaching is in English.

The institution publishes 58 modules, of which 1 are optional. By our classification of module titles, the largest themes are projects and labs (33%), society, ethics and law (10%) and free electives (9%).

How much does Bachelor in Design cost?

€28,020 / year · 2027/28 · all nationalities.

When is the next deadline or start?

6 Nov 2026 (Apply by).

What language is it taught in?

English (Requires IELTS 7).

How long does it take?

4 years.

Where is it?

IE University, Madrid, Spain.

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Dates · 1 with values
Start datesTerm: September · Month: 9 · 2027 · 2027/28Inferred
Admission · 1 with values
Language requirementCambridge C1 Advanced · CEFR from: C1 · Language: English⁠Duolingo English Test 130 · Language: English⁠IELTS 7 · Language: English · Recommended score: 7.5⁠TOEFL 100 · Language: English · Recommended score: 105⁠
Programme · 8 with values
QualificationOfficial bachelor's degree⁠
Credits240 ECTS⁠
DeliveryOn campus⁠
Duration4 years⁠
Language of instructionEnglish⁠
LevelBachelor · EQF 6, ISCED 6⁠
LocationMadrid, Spain⁠Segovia, Spain⁠
Study modeFull time⁠

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