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We focus on the broad potential of design and technology so we ensure that the Interaction Design Programme has a diverse cohort of up to 24 participants.
We’re looking for people who are prepared to jump into an experiential learning environment, willing to share their existing knowledge and to push the boundaries of current thinking.
Previous participants come from a range of backgrounds including: design, engineering, art, architecture, humanities, natural and applied sciences, social sciences, and business.
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The application form requests basic personal information plus your letter of motivation, 2-3 selected works, CV and transcripts. You may find it easier to create/compile all of the documents before starting the application form. Instructions on how to upload documents will be presented in the application form.
Make sure that all documents are clearly identified with your name. Please do not include files that require the use of any specific software packages.
IDP ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST:
• Completed online application form
• Letter of Motivation: Approximately 750–1,000 words about your interest in the programme. Please save this as a PDF ready to upload in the application form. Use the naming convention of: first_lastname_essay
• CV: Submit this using the relevant file upload field in the online application form. Ensure that this is in PDF format (Word and other formats not accepted). All
attachments should use the naming convention of: first_lastname_cv
• Two letters of recommendation: These headed/branded PDF letters should be emailed directly from the author to: admissions@ciid.dk
• Official transcripts: Documentation from all college or university work. This PDF should use the naming convention of: first_lastname_transcripts
• Your work: We would like to see a small collection of 2–3 works that you feel best represent you.
DEGREE
Applicants are expected to have a college degree (typically a Bachelors) or three years work experience. The subject/experience does not need to be design related as we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Your degree should be noted on your transcript, or you should include a description of your comparable experience.
LETTER OF MOTIVATION
This essay (approximately 750–1,000 words) should convey your interest in the programme. Think of this as an opportunity to discuss your previous experience and future plans.
What do you hope to get out of your time in the programme? What can you contribute – in terms of both skills and personality? Why are you interested in this particular programme? What new opportunities do you foresee beyond graduation?
YOUR WORK
We would like to see a small collection of 2–3 works that you feel best represent you. This body of work does not need to be design projects. It could be a collection of essays, articles, a project plan, strategy, coding projects, visual work, or even something that you think “failed”. If you do come from a design or creative background, you're welcome to submit design work.
We're more interested in who you are, what you've done, and how you think than in any specific background.
Please submit your collection of works as a PDF and use this naming convention: first_lastname_selected-works.pdf.
This pdf could also be a single page that includes 2-3 entries that contains for each selected work you are submitting:
- Title of the work
- Small overview text
- Images or screenshots if appliacalble
- Live link and or url to the work.
CURRICULUM VITAE
Your CV should provide an overview of your educational and work experience, highlighting specific projects, accomplishments and personal interests.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Please ask two people familiar with your academic/professional work to email recommendation letters in the form of a headed/branded PDF. These should be sent to admissions@ciid.dk directly from the company/organisation email address of the person writing the recommendation. We will not accept letters that have been forwarded by applicants.
The letters should discuss the applicant’s work, strengths, weaknesses and overall ability, providing a candid assessment of character, creativity, motivation, capabilities and suitability for the programme. This information will be kept confidential.
TRANSCRIPTS
You will be able to request a copy of your transcripts from your previous institution(s). If these are not in English, you must send certified translations in addition to the originals. Transcripts should include documentation of any degrees awarded. If they do not, please provide a scan of your diploma. If your studies are still in progress, any offer of admission may be contingent on their successful completion.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
Candidates should be proficient in written and spoken English. To this end, all application materials must be personally completed by the candidate. Some candidates may be requested to submit additional writing samples as evidence of their English proficiency. Your ability to communicate well will be carefully assessed if you are invited for a phone interview. We do not ask for English proficiency certificates.
There is a 100 Euro application fee for all applicants. We are not able to make exceptions. This will be refunded if you accept the offer of a place.
The tuition fee is 34,450 Euros + 22% VAT 7.579€
Total 42,029 Euro.
If you choose to accept an offer, you will be asked to pay a non-refundable deposit of 5000 Euro. This will secure our place on the programme and will be deducted from the total fee.
The tuition fee covers teaching, materials and lab/workshop access. It does not include accommodation, flights/transport, visa costs, food or other living expenses.
We are pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Intesa Sanpaolo bank to provide IDP participants with the opportunity to finance their studies with a dedicated loan. The loan covers up to €50k which can be repaid over a 30 year period. This loan agreement is directly with the bank and therefore the application process should be initiated and driven by the candidate after receiving an offer from CIID.
More information about the loan, the terms & conditions, and the application process can be found in this document or on the Intesa Sanpaolo website.
Grace period: up to 3 years before repayment begins.
Repayment term: up to 30 years, making the total loan duration a maximum of 33 years (including the grace period). Shorter repayment terms are acceptable.
Scholarship Opportunities:
There is one 100% Scholarship available: A fantastic chance for creative talent to thrive in a vibrant, multicultural environment thanks to Compagnia delle Opere di Bergamo. Applicants are not required to submit separate applications for scholarships. Instead, scholarship eligibility will be determined based on the official IDP application, which includes an essay, 2-3 selected works, CV, and letters of recommendation.
The IDP application process is the same for all - and in order to apply for the loan or for the scholarships, you first need to be accepted on the programme. Please follow the guidelines on the admissions page.
For more information, please write to: admissions@ciid.dk.
INTERVIEWS
Applicants will be invited for a zoom interview, after which we will make our final selections.
The interview will take approx. 40 minutes (on zoom). Among other things, we will ask you to tell us about your motivation for applying to the programme.
There will be plenty of time for you to ask any questions you might have about coming to CIID.
Depending on your citizenship, participants may require a visa. If this applies to you, you will need a valid passport. The processing time varies from country to country. More information will be provided if you are offered a place on the IDP.