The PhD Design programme offers unique opportunities for students to research relevant design issues worldwide, both disciplinary and interdisciplinary. The vibrant community focuses on industrial,
The Design PhD can be supported in any design-related topic covered by a supervisor's expertise and the school's facilities - which include Adobe suite software, traditional and rapid prototyping
We're proud to offer a supportive and creative environment in which to carry out your work, and we encourage interdisciplinary engagement with other areas of research. Many of our PhD students have
Course overviewRead LessA design research degree offers you the opportunity and time to explore innovative research practice through original, critical works. You’ll have the choice to work on your
A programme of self-directed independent study that takes places within a framework of researcher and professional development and with the support of an experienced supervisory team.An MPhil is a
A programme of self-directed independent study that takes places within a framework of researcher and professional development and with the support of an experienced supervisory team.PhD degrees are
About the courseThe Professional Doctorate in Design (DDes) is aimed at candidates who currently work in a design discipline, and who wish to engage in research that relates to their professional
The Professional Doctorate in Design (DDes) brings together expertise from a wide range of design disciplines, including architecture, the built environment, product design, interaction design, and
The Master of Research MRes is an interdisciplinary programme at the RCA that equips you with the intellectual, technical and professional tools needed for PhD-level study or advanced research roles
The Design MPhil/PhD at the RCA is rooted in a practice-based, interdisciplinary research environment, with research spanning Design Products, Fashion, Innovation Design Engineering, Healthcare
Explore the creative use of sound within film, TV, animation, gaming, theatre and other audiovisual media with this forward-thinking sound design course. The course focuses on the more creative
MA Design encourages a healthy interplay of approaches and ideas across the visual design and the applied arts. You may want to explore a particular design interest on the programme, or select a
Design for Manufacture MArch cultivates a new generation of highly skilled, creative, and adaptable professionals, equipped with both practical and theoretical expertise across design, engineering,
This Master’s will provide you with the technical, analysis and design skills to work in earthquake engineering and disaster management. You’ll also gain advanced understanding of a carefully curated
This course has a well-established record of research excellence, with multidisciplinary, product-related design research grounded on strong engineering design traditions. Research activities within
This course is described as ‘the doorway to industry’. It is for high-calibre, ambitious engineering or science graduates who wish to gain expertise in developing complex, multidisciplinary
In an increasingly urbanised world, there is growing international demand for urban design graduates. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to participate in this rapidly