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Postgraduate Degree in Furniture Design

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COURSE

5 months

CURSO

5 months

CREDITS:

30 ECTS

MODE:

Presential in Madrid

LANGUAGES:

Spanish

DATE:

February 2025

AVAILABLE SPOTS:

30

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

WHY

You will be trained in the design and manufacture of furniture with new production techniques and innovative technological processes.

You will acquire a mastery of the processes and construction systems in the furniture industry, as well as a practical methodology to make your own furniture, prototypes and/or models.

You will learn with a team of professionals with extensive experience in the furniture sector.

You will work with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to carry out all your projects.

UDIT Mode

Only University specialized in Design and Technology

Our University Campus located in the heart of Madrid is full of activities, masterclasses, catwalks, contests, fairs, events, etc. to maximize the creativity of students.

Pioneers

We are pioneers in elevating Design careers to the university level, creating the first Official Degrees in Product Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Video Game Design and Development or Multimedia and Graphic Design.

International Vocation

We have numerous agreements with some of the best universities in the world of design so that our students can incorporate international and multicultural experience into their time at the university.

Industry professors active in the industry

85% of our teachers are professionals who combine teaching with their careers in the Creative Industry.

Business vision

More than 2,600 agreements signed with the main companies in the sector for the professional practice of our students, advice and exchange of experiences and research.

Extraordinary students

Our students are at the heart of the University: they are creative and creative. In a unique ecosystem, we encourage teamwork, personalized attention and participation in national and international competitions to maximize their skills. As a result, our students ‘ work has won hundreds of competitions worldwide.

Curriculum

The Syllabus of the University Specialist Diploma in Furniture Design is divided into 30 ECTS and lasts 5 months. is divided into 30 ECTS and has a duration of 5 months.

Explores the stylistic and functional evolution of furniture over time. Examines cultural, technological and aesthetic influences, providing students with an in-depth understanding to contextualize and apply this knowledge to contemporary furniture design.

Examines practices and principles that integrate sustainability into furniture design and production. Explores strategies to minimize waste, maximize resource efficiency, and encourage sustainable practices, preparing students to address contemporary challenges in furniture design.

It focuses on the study of the relationship between design and human interaction, seeking to optimize comfort and efficiency in products and environments. Students explore ergonomic principles to create adapted solutions, improving usability and well-being in diverse contexts.

Manufacturing methods and technologies in furniture production will be studied. Students explore efficient processes, innovative materials and construction systems, acquiring essential knowledge to optimize quality and efficiency in the furniture industry.

Addresses emerging technologies in the production of objects, focusing on furniture. Students explore the use of tools such as 3D printing, CNC and laser technologies to design and manufacture furniture efficiently, promoting innovation and customization in the creative process.

Immerses students in the practical phase of furniture design. Explores advanced prototyping and fabrication techniques, encouraging experimentation and refinement of ideas. Participants develop crucial skills to transform concepts into functional and aesthetically sound prototypes.

Once you have completed this degree, you can take an additional semester to obtain a Master of Lifelong Learning of 60 ECTS. To do so, you must take the following modules:

  • Project management
  • Master’s Thesis

 

Professional Practice or Advanced Project Workshop. The student will be able to choose between these two options.

 

Connecting with Businesses

The relationship between University-Business is vital for the professional success of students while activating the necessary transfer of knowledge between the two sectors and combines the rigor of university education with cutting-edge professional practice in digital content companies.

We have signed more than 2,600 active internship agreements with the main companies in the sector such as:

STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES

Our university campus has the best technological and professional equipment used in large companies. You will have 13,000 m2 spread over three buildings with state-of-the-art facilities designed for your learning and practice.

  • 1,200 m2 of workshops

  • FabLab, a digital fabrication lab with the latest technologies

Feedback from students

Teaching Staff

We have a faculty of top-level teachers. Professionals with years of experience in both teaching and technology-related companies.

MANAGEMENT

Teaching Staff

El claustro de profesores de UDIT está formado por profesionales de las industrias creativas e investigadores en áreas de Diseño, Innovación o Tecnología.

STUDENT PROJECTS

Descubre los proyectos de nuestros alumnos y alumni a través de este link.

Career opportunities

Our alumni in the Diploma of University Specialist in Furniture Design will be able to work in the main companies of the sector in areas and positions such as:

  • Manufacturing project management
  • Designer in manufacturing companies
  • Space stylist
  • Specialized consultant
  • Advisor to furniture stores and businesses
  • Home Staging
  • Equipment of commercial spaces

Go one step further

If you’re interested in this program, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will help you resolve your doubts and guide you through the process of choosing your future.

You can count on me to solve all your doubts.

Ana

Student counselor at UDIT

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FAQs

Our goal is to meet the needs of professionals who want to adapt to a changing market. Our students are looking to keep up to date, retrain professionally or even change direction in their career. Everyone has their own objectives, which is why we offer a wide selection of University Graduate Programs, Advanced Programs and Lifelong Learning Masters with different formats and durations.

University degrees can only be awarded by universities or centers affiliated to them. Non-university degrees will not have the same recognition as those awarded by official universities, such as validity in competitive examinations in the “other merits” section or recognition by other educational institutions.

The entry requirement for this degree is to be in possession of an official Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor’s Degree / Engineering / Diploma / Higher Degree in Design or similar. You can also reserve your place if you are in the last year of your degree and you can finish it before starting the Master with us.

To start the admission process you must request information about the degree through the web, we will send you by email all the information about it and a link to the admission questionnaire. You will have to answer it and attach your entrance qualification, updated curriculum and, optionally, a portfolio or letter of recommendation. Once your application has been evaluated, we will send you the instructions to reserve your place and the economic conditions we can offer you. The place is reserved by paying the registration fee.

We recommend this program for creative profiles, with special sensitivity towards design and technology. Previous knowledge in the area will be an asset, however, it is not a prerequisite.

No, it is not official. The Diplomas of University Specialist belong to the category of own Titles, are endorsed by the University and have a vocation of professional specialization. If you wish to take an official Master’s Degree, you can consult our offer in this link.

The degree is called University Specialist Diploma. It has a teaching load of 30 ECTS and is issued by our University.

 

Yes, we can offer the first enrollments bonuses of up to 25% of the tuition. Ask for information about the degree and we will inform you of the promotions that we can apply to study at UDIT.

Yes, if you take 30 additional ECTS (detailed in the optional module) to the Diploma of University Specialist in Furniture Design you can obtain the Master of Continuing Education in Furniture Design.

Quality Management System

INTERNAL REGULATIONS AND QUALITY SYSTEMS

UDIT’s Quality Assurance Department ensures excellence and rigor. Our official or own degrees go through a verified protocol of academic and service control.

ACCESS

 

Tentative schedules and teachers may be subject to change. UDIT reserves the right not to offer the degree program if it does not have a minimum number of students.

Our offer of our own degrees and continuing education is regulated by article 37 of Royal Decree 822/2021.

Completion of these studies leads to the award of a UDIT University Specialist Diploma of 30 ECTS.

CONTACT us

If you have any questions or if you want to set up your access, please write or call us on +34 915 55 25 28.