Academics | School of Industrial Design

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Our Programs

Our Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design (BSID) and Master of Industrial Design (MID) are STEM-designated programs that prepare students to address complex societal challenges through the integration of design, research, and technology.

As part of one of the world's leading research universities, students learn to investigate human needs, generate knowledge, and develop meaningful solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on design practice.

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Design Research at the Intersection of Technology & Humanity

Georgia Tech Industrial Design combines creative practice, rigorous research, and technological expertise to prepare students for leadership in an increasingly complex world.

Students develop strong foundations in design methods, visualization, prototyping, and emerging technologies while learning to investigate human needs, collaborate across disciplines, and translate research into meaningful innovation.

This distinctive integration of design, research, and technology prepares graduates to lead across industries where creativity and evidence-based decision-making are equally essential.

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Undergraduate Academics

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design (BSID)

The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design combines creative exploration with rigorous research and technological fluency. Students learn to understand human needs, develop innovative ideas, and transform them into products, systems, services, and experiences that create meaningful impact. Through interdisciplinary coursework, studio-based learning, and access to research laboratories and fabrication facilities, students are prepared to address the complex challenges shaping the future of design.

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design

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Graduate Academics

Master of Industrial Design (MID)

The Master of Industrial Design prepares students to tackle complex design challenges through advanced research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative exploration. Students from diverse backgrounds investigate emerging opportunities, generate new knowledge, and develop innovative products, services, systems, and experiences. Studio projects, research opportunities, and partnerships with industry and communities prepare graduates to lead meaningful innovation across a wide range of sectors.

Master of Industrial Design

Flexibility with Focus

Students can tailor their educational experience through three areas of emphasis that reflect the School's research strengths and the evolving landscape of industrial design.