University of Applied Sciences Potsdam
fh-potsdam.de
fh-potsdam.de/design
Lecturers
The Department of Design at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam is synonymous with contemporary design and excellent study conditions. The close interconnection between the degree programmes makes the university an outstanding place for design education. Interface, communication and product design, as well as European media studies, can be studied in an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary manner. The Master’s programme in Design provides space and time for ideas, concepts, objects, systems and experiences. Embedded within a diverse community of designers, it offers the opportunity to question the status quo, rethink existing approaches and develop alternative paths for the present and possible futures. This gives rise to innovative approaches through the exchange of practice and theory, as well as critical perspectives on the social challenges of our time.
Faculty Design
Characteristic of the design department is the close interlinking of the degree programmes Interface, Communication and Product Design and European Media Studies, a cooperation project with the University of Potsdam. This networking enables a unique, interdisciplinary educational profile with strong research and practical relevance, which is reflected in numerous projects, exhibitions and cooperations each year. Close cooperation with business and cultural institutions as well as a lively exchange between teachers, students and international universities characterise the learning atmosphere.
Study programmes
Communication Design (B. A.)
From the smallest characters to complex campaigns – the task of communication designers is to convey information, messages and news in an exciting and emotional, but also clear and understandable way. We prepare you for the diverse professions in the creative and media industry.
Interfacedesign (B. A.)
The innovative degree program combines user experience (UX) with user interface design (UI) and a lot of creativity. Digital technology is omnipresent in our world and offers designers enormous creative freedom! From user-centric smartphone apps and experimental data visualizations to immersive media productions in virtual reality – interface designers create all this and much more.
Product Design (B. A.)
With their work, product designers have a significant influence on the comprehensibility, sustainability, attractiveness and, last but not least, on the acceptance and thus also on the social and market success of a product.
Design Master (M. A.)
The world that surrounds us is a visual one. Its appearance expands our imagination, inspires our ideas and shapes our dreams. Practical and theoretical research into the transformative power of design is carried out in the Master’s degree program. Students can set and deepen their individual focus in the areas of interface, communication and product design. It is also possible to join one of our thematic clusters. We look forward to researching and shaping the world of tomorrow with you!
