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Bachelor’s Degree

Degree type

4 years

Duration

On Campus Madrid

Teaching mode

Spanish

Language

September 2027

Start date

10.600€

First-year tuition

240 Credits

Credits

School of Communication Sciences

Faculty

Would you like to pursue a bachelor's degree in Design in Madrid? UFV is waiting for you.

We train designers with a creative and profound vision.

You’ll learn about the five branches of graphic design—graphic, interior, industrial, audiovisual, and fashion—for a well-rounded education with a wide range of career opportunities and the chance to specialize in the one you like best. Your classes will focus on creating projects: bringing ideas to life in the design studio and fashion workshop, visiting companies and agencies, and attending lectures by industry experts.

You will exhibit at the Emerge Fair and the Costume Museum and present your final degree project at the Vitra showroom. If you want to start working right away, you can do an internship at the UFV's design and advertising agency and participate in the Grupo Mirada 21 media, creating campaigns, videos, and real pieces.

Do you have questions about the Bachelor of Design ( Bachelor's Degree )?

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Discover how your vocation is transformed into knowledge

We prioritize the centrality of the person, education oriented toward the search for truth, goodness, and beauty, as well as a commitment to serving the common good. A comprehensive perspective of personal and community support.

First Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
TECHNOLOGIES I	OB	1 SEM	6
HISTORY OF CIVILIZATIONS	FB	1 SEM	6
COLOR	OB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
DRAWING I	FB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
PHOTOGRAPHY	FB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
VISUAL CREATION	OB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES FOR EXPRESSING CREATIVITY	FB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE STUDIES	FB	Weeks 1 and 2 of the semester	6
SYSTEMS FOR ANALYSING SHAPE AND SPACE	OB	2 SEM	6
ART HISTORY	FB	2 SEM	6

Second Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
MARKETING AND BRANDING	OB	3 SEM	6
TECHNOLOGIES II	OB	3 SEM	6
DRAWING II	FB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
DESIGN PROJECTS I	OB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
GRAPHIC DESIGN	OB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
HISTORY OF DESIGN	FB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
ANTHROPOLOGY	FB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY	FB	Weeks 3 and 4	6
TYPOGRAPHY	OB	4 SEM	6
WEB DESIGN	OB	4 SEM	6

Third Year

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
DESIGN MANAGEMENT	OB	5 SEM	6
VIRTUAL REALITY AND AUGMENTED REALITY	OB	5 SEM	6
AUDIOVISUAL PRODUCTION	OB	5 SEM	6
DESIGN PROJECTS II	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
PRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
HISTORY OF THE WEST	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT (1)	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
FUNDAMENTAL THEOLOGY: MAN AND THE QUESTION OF GOD	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN	OB	Weeks 5 and 6	6
ELECTIVE I	OPT	6 SEM	6
ELECTIVE II	OPT	6 SEM	6
(1) Students who have taken “Ethics and Professional Conduct” in their third year must enroll in “Fundamental Theology: Man and the Question of God” in their fourth year

ELECTIVE COURSES (choose two courses)

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
AUDIOVISUAL POST-PRODUCTION AND VIRTUAL REALITY	OPT	6 SEM	6
PUBLISHING DESIGN	OPT	6 SEM	6
ARTISTIC ILLUSTRATION	OPT	6 SEM	6
CHRISTIAN ICONOGRAPHY	OPT	6 SEM	6
HISTORY OF THE PERFORMING ARTS	OPT	6 SEM	6
From the list of elective courses that make up the curriculum, students may choose from among the courses offered by the University each academic year, which will be published in the Curriculum Handbook for registration. Likewise, once the registration period has ended, the University reserves the right to offer these elective courses depending on the number of students enrolled.

Fourth Course

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
FASHION DESIGN	OB	7 SEM	6
INTERIOR DESIGN	OB	7 SEM	6
BEAUTY	OB	Weeks 7 and 8	6
CREATING TEMPORARY SPACES	OB	Weeks 7 and 8	6
FUNDAMENTAL THEOLOGY: MAN AND THE QUESTION OF GOD (1)	OB	Weeks 7 and 8	6
ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT	OB	Weeks 7 and 8	6
FINAL THESIS	TFG	Weeks 7 and 8	6
AUDIOVISUAL DESIGN	OB	8 SEM	6
INTERNSHIPS AT COMPANIES	PEXT	8 SEM	6
ELECTIVE III	OPT	7 SEM	6
ELECTIVE IV	OPT	7 SEM	6
(1) Students who have taken “Ethics and Professional Conduct” in their third year must enroll in “Fundamental Theology: Man and the Question of God” in their fourth year

ELECTIVE COURSES (choose two courses)

COURSE	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES	OPT	7 SEM	6
EDITING AND PHOTOGRAPHIC PRODUCTION	OPT	7 SEM	6
SCREEN PRINTING	OPT	7 SEM	6
SPONSORSHIP AND PATRONAGE	OPT	7 SEM	6
EVENT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT	OPT	7 SEM	6
From the list of elective courses that make up the curriculum, students may choose from among the courses offered by the University each academic year, which will be published in the Curriculum Handbook for registration. Likewise, once the registration period has ended, the University reserves the right to offer these elective courses depending on the number of students enrolled.

Diploma of your choice

Specialize in the field of communication

You will have the opportunity to choose one of them, which you will take alongside your undergraduate studies.

- Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Applied to Communication, Creativity, and the Humanities.
- Diploma in Sports Journalism.
- Diploma in Fashion Design.
- Diploma in Multimedia and Interactive Graphic Design.
- Diploma in Film and Fiction Creation and Production.
- Diploma in Creativity and Content Production.
- Diploma in Consumer Experience and Event Planning.
- Certificate in Social Media Management.
- Diploma in Psychology for Communication.
- Diploma in Technical Art.

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Why study at UFV?

5 areas, a strong foundation

You will receive comprehensive training in graphic design, interior design, industrial design, audiovisual design, and fashion design. You will gain in-depth knowledge of each discipline and, at the same time, you will be able to specialize in the one that best suits your vocation. This cross-disciplinary approach will allow you to adapt to different professional environments and multiply your job opportunities.

Truly learn by doing.

From day one, you will work in the design classroom, fashion workshop, and creative spaces on campus. Each subject is approached as a real-world project, which you will bring to life with guidance from your teachers and direct contact with professionals. You will also visit companies and agencies and attend conferences with experts who are setting trends in the sector.

Visibility and portfolio

Your work won’t be confined to the classroom. You’ll showcase your projects at the Emerge Fair at the Museo del Traje and defend your Final Project (Trabajo Fin de Bachelor's Degree ) at the Vitra showroom, an internationally renowned design venue. These milestones will enable you to enter the job market with a solid, well-regarded portfolio that will open doors for you in the professional world.

Practices that matter

100% of students undertake internships. You will be able to join design studios, communication agencies, and major brands such as Cruz más Cruz, Contrapunto BBDO, Leo Burnett, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, Pepe Jeans, and Cortefiel. You can also start working from the university itself at the UFV design and advertising agency and at Grupo Mirada 21 media outlets, developing campaigns, videos, and real media.

Support and mentoring

We have a team of mentors who will help you discover your calling, develop your talents, and make the most of your college experience.

Active teachers

You will learn from professionals who both practice and teach: Pablo Medina, film director and video game designer; Jos Lorenzo, illustrator and photographer; and Tania Navas, web and augmented reality app designer. Their real-world experience will provide you with an up-to-date view of the industry and key contacts for your future.

Creative community

At UFV, you don't just study, you live design. You can join student societies such as Nido Creativo and Emerge Lab, start your own project with Emprende UFV, play sports on university teams, and participate in workshops, cultural activities, and conferences that will make your university experience a space for creativity and personal growth.

Employability

You'll be part of one of the private universities with the highest employment rate at Fine Arts (data from the Ministry of Education).

Inspiring Campus

You will be part of one of the best in Europe, with laboratories and creative spaces at your disposal.

Internships in national and international companies

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Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

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Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

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Cortefiel

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Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

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Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

DiMad

Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

DiMad

Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

DiMad

Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

DiMad

Leo Burnett

Adolfo Domínguez

Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

Contrapunto BBDO

Cortefiel

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Creatine

Cross Plus Cross

Pepe Jeans

Prima Donna

Vitra

Admission and enrollment

Admission Requirements

You must pass the UFV admission exams, which consist of:

Personal interview
Competency test
Evaluation of academic record

(Testing fee: 80€)

Limited places

The number of places is limited due to the practical and personalized nature of the training. We recommend that you begin the admission process as soon as possible.

Apply for admission

Career opportunities

This degree will enable you to develop your professional career in all kinds of design environments.

Graphic Design: web, visual identity, digital illustration, packaging, typography
Interior Design: workspaces, leisure spaces, and performance spaces; residential spaces; models and prototypes
Industrial Design: packaging, furniture, lighting, products, vehicles; ergonomics and usability; 2D/3D
Audiovisual Design: Production and Post-Production, Video Games, 3D Animation, Banners, UX
Fashion Design: fabrics, prints, accessories, jewelry, and goldsmithing

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International Agreements

We have more than 250 exchange agreements in the Americas, Europe, and Asia

On the UFV campus, you'll share the experience with students from all over the world.

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8.4/10

In our students' international experience.

Would you like to supplement your degree with business training that’s unique in Spain?

Discover our Minor in Business Management, a programme to give you a strategic perspective on the business world.

Minor in Business Administration and Management

Campus life

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Student societies

We have more than 30 student societies that you can join.

Deportes Bachelor's Degree Design in Madrid: Graphic and Fashion Design Study at the Universidad Privada Madrid

Sports

He represents UFV and competes in the University Championships. UFV is the only university with a sports talent incubator.

Acción social Bachelor's Degree Design in Madrid: Graphic and Fashion Design Study at the Universidad Privada Madrid

Social Action

Be an agent of social change through our activities to transform society by creating experiences of encounter with others.

Pastoral

Boost your personal and spiritual development with activities, experiences, and training to learn more about who you are and how you are called to live in order to be happy.

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Cultural Activities

Workshops, art, and events to broaden your horizons and creativity.

“UFV allowed me to understand that professional ambition and high standards can go hand in hand with an education in values and a more comprehensive perspective on success. It helped me channel my curiosity toward a defined purpose.”

Álvaro de Vicente

UFV Professor and CEO of Agencia Tango

“Traditionally, design has been viewed as a tool for making the world a better place: more legible, accessible, understandable, livable, and beautiful. At UFV, this vision takes on special meaning, as we seek to instill in our students a belief in design’s enormous transformative potential.”

Roberto Campos

Project Coordinator Design and Professor UFV

“I believe that UFV encourages its students to ask themselves the right questions as a fundamental basis for their education. This will turn them into professionals with a critical, personal, and always constructive outlook, which is essential for the creative minds of the future.”

Carolina Villar

UFV Professor and Founder of ÉPICA

Recognition of excellence

Our awards reflect UFV's commitment to academic excellence, educational innovation, and comprehensive personal development.

Top 3 Spanish Universities in Teaching and Learning

Source: CYD Foundation, CYD 2026 Ranking

8.3/10 average rating of teachers by their students

Source: UFV Quality Department. February 2025

95% of our graduates find jobs within the first six months

7.98/10 average rating for the training received

Source: Sondea, Employability Barometer

9.1/10 for the values promoted by UFV

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

8.8/10 rating for the experience at our Campuses

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

Price

Scholarships and Study Aid

At UFV, we believe in talent and in people. That’s why we’re one of the universities with the highest percentage of students receiving scholarships. Our Financial Aid Office offers you a wide programme range of scholarships and financial aid, taking into account your academic excellence, your talents, and your personal circumstances.

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Total amount

10.600€

Down payment: €1,500

Monthly payment: 910 €

The fees for the admissions process and the seat reservation are not included and must be paid separately.

We resolve any possible doubts

How much does the degree in Design at UFV cost?

Total tuition fee s for the first year of the Bachelor's degree in Design at UFV is €10,600. This amount is broken down into an initial payment of €1,500 and ten monthly payments of €910.

What does the admission process for the Design degree consist of?

To become a student at UFV, you must pass our admission tests. The fee is €80, and the tests can be taken either online or in person. For more information about our admission process, click here.

How many years does the degree in Design last?

The degree in Design at UFV lasts four academic years.

What are the career opportunities for graduates with a degree in Design?

Our degree in Design, by training you in the five essential branches, offers you a wide variety of career opportunities:

Graphic Design: website design, corporate identity, digital illustration, packaging, typography, etc.
Interior Design: workspaces, leisure and entertainment spaces, performance spaces, homes, and models and/or prototypes.
Industrial Design: packaging design, furniture design, lighting design, product design, vehicle design, ergonomics, usability, and 2D and 3D design.
Audiovisual Design: production and post-production, video games, 3D animation, banners, user experience designer, etc.
Fashion Design: creation of fabrics, prints, accessories, fashion accessories, jewelry, and goldsmithing.

What areas of design are covered in the bachelor's degree program?

You will study graphic, industrial, interior, audiovisual, and fashion design. Our curriculum combines these areas with drawing, color, photography, technology, and design projects, allowing you to explore different ways to transform an idea into a visual, material, or spatial solution.

What is the difference between studying Design and Graphic Design?

Graphic Design focuses on visual communication through images, typography, and composition. Our Bachelor's Degree in Design ( Bachelor's Degree ) covers this area as well as industrial, interior, audiovisual, and fashion design, so you'll work with a variety of media, objects, and spaces.

How do you learn to develop a design project?

In Design Projects I and II, you will link a need to a process of research, proposal, and development. You will apply what you have learned about form, color, materials, and communication to represent your ideas, evaluate alternatives, and present a solution.

Are typography, editorial design, and brand identity taught?

Yes. You'll study Typography and Marketing and Branding, and the elective options include Editorial Design. You'll learn how to relate type, images, and composition to a brand's identity and to communication across different media.

Can you learn web design and digital experience creation?

Yes. Our program includes Web Design, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality. These courses allow students to explore how content is organized and presented in digital media and how design can be applied to immersive environments.

What is covered in the interior design major?

In Interior Design, you will explore the relationship between space, its use, and people. This program focuses on color, volume, and the creation of temporary spaces to develop proposals that combine composition, materials, and function.

What is industrial and product design?

Industrial design focuses on the form, function, and manufacturing process of objects. In our program, you will study Industrial Design and Production and Development, where you will explore the relationship between a product’s concept, its representation, and the possibilities for bringing it to life.

Can you study fashion as part of the Design Bachelor's Degree ?

Yes. Fashion Design is part of our curriculum. You will apply techniques involving color, drawing, composition, and materials to the creation of clothing designs, as part of a program that also includes other design disciplines.

How do you put together a portfolio while studying design at the Bachelor's Degree ?

The projects in the various courses will allow you to compile a portfolio of graphic design, product design, spatial design, and audiovisual work. You will learn to select and present proposals that explain the design process, from the initial need and first ideas to the final solution.

Can you learn how to manage projects and run a design studio?

Yes. You'll study Design Management, Marketing, and Branding. You'll explore how the creative process relates to its organization, the communication of a proposal, and the needs of the clients, in order to understand design as a professional activity as well.

General information about the degree program

Name: Bachelor's Degree Design

Schools where the course is offered: School of Communication Sciences

Field of study: Arts and Humanities

Field of study: History of Art and Artistic Expression and Fine Arts

Format: In-person

Language: Spanish

Total number of credits: 240 ECTS credits

Acknowledgments: Not applicable

Verified seats: 130

Regulated professions: Does not enable

Resolution: Not applicable

Rule: Not applicable

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5 areas, a strong foundation

Truly learn by doing.

Visibility and portfolio

Practices that matter

Support and mentoring

We have a team of mentors who will help you discover your calling, develop your talents, and make the most of your college experience.

Active teachers

Creative community

Employability

You'll be part of one of the private universities with the highest employment rate at Fine Arts (data from the Ministry of Education).

Inspiring Campus

You will be part of one of the best in Europe, with laboratories and creative spaces at your disposal.

Bachelor's Degree Design

Would you like more information?

+ One required diploma of your choice.

Applications are now being accepted for the Comunica Talento Scholarship for newly admitted students for the 2027–2028 academic year.

Would you like more information?

Would you like to pursue a bachelor's degree in Design in Madrid? UFV is waiting for you.

Do you have questions about the Bachelor of Design ( Bachelor's Degree )?

Contact Lola Sánchez

Discover how your vocation is transformed into knowledge

First Course

Second Course

Third Year

ELECTIVE COURSES (choose two courses)

Fourth Course

ELECTIVE COURSES (choose two courses)

Diploma of your choice

Specialize in the field of communication

Why study at UFV?

5 areas, a strong foundation

Truly learn by doing.

Visibility and portfolio

Practices that matter

Support and mentoring

Active teachers

Creative community

Employability

Inspiring Campus

Internships in national and international companies

Admission and enrollment

Admission Requirements

Limited places

Career opportunities

International Agreements

We have more than 250 exchange agreements in the Americas, Europe, and Asia

Would you like to supplement your degree with business training that’s unique in Spain?

Campus life

Student societies

Sports

Social Action

Pastoral

Cultural Activities

Recognition of excellence

Top 3 Spanish Universities in Teaching and Learning

8.3/10 average rating of teachers by their students

95% of our graduates find jobs within the first six months

7.98/10 average rating for the training received

9.1/10 for the values promoted by UFV

8.8/10 rating for the experience at our Campuses

Price

Scholarships and Study Aid

Total amount

We resolve any possible doubts

How much does the degree in Design at UFV cost?

What does the admission process for the Design degree consist of?

How many years does the degree in Design last?

What are the career opportunities for graduates with a degree in Design?

What areas of design are covered in the bachelor's degree program?

What is the difference between studying Design and Graphic Design?

How do you learn to develop a design project?

Are typography, editorial design, and brand identity taught?

Can you learn web design and digital experience creation?

What is covered in the interior design major?

What is industrial and product design?

Can you study fashion as part of the Design Bachelor's Degree ?

How do you put together a portfolio while studying design at the Bachelor's Degree ?

Can you learn how to manage projects and run a design studio?

General information about the degree program

Useful links for this degree program

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