About the course

Industrial Design Program is twofold: firstly, for students to understand the evolving needs of humanity, and secondly, for students to address those needs by giving form to solutions. Graduates will emerge from the program prepared to design sustainable solutions to world problems. They will be trained in designing for and from all perspectives and to take into account the diversity of human existence. In our program, students will get to put their concepts into practice from the convenience of our Seid Lab, funded by an alumni and holds the most cutting edge fabrication equipment, available strictly to Industrial Design students.

　　Our distinguished faculty recognizes that, to become impactful industrial designers, students must have a firm comprehension of all things related to the human experience. As such, the program takes full advantage of the university setting by collaborating with SJSU?s Anthropology, Business, and Engineering programs. Additionally, because of our ideal location at the center of Silicon Valley, guest speakers from local tech companies and design studios are often invited to give talks, as well as critique student work.

　　Industrial design is not just the design of objects that facilitate everyday living, it?s also the the design around experiences and services. With the world in constant flux, we aspire to equip future industrial designers with essential tools?a balance of theory, skill, and practice?necessary to become global citizens and effect change throughout the world.

　　Students declare an Industrial Design major without submitting a portfolio. However, the BSID program is highly structured and requires passing of four annual portfolio courses (DSID 32A, DSID 123A, DSID 125A, DSID 128A) as a prerequisite for the next level of studio courses. Students are advised to ly follow the recommended scheduling of the curriculum in order to complete the requirements in a timely manner. (Detailed instructions are available in the Design Department Office). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$82,944

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	San Jose
Fall (August), 2024	San Jose
Spring (January), 2025	San Jose
Fall (August), 2025	San Jose
Spring (January), 2026	San Jose

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for San Jose State University

Submit partial official secondary school (high school) transcripts and final transcripts. Earn the equivalent of a U.S. 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of ?B? grades.Take SAT or ACT (highly recommended). If you do not have the equivalent to a U.S. 3.0 GPA, you will need to submit SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admission.TOEFL - 61, paper based - 500.IELTS - 6

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at San Jose State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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