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BA in Design Preparation Course — Online Portfolio & Entrance Exam Coaching
Super early bird offer until 31st of July 2026!
One course – many design programs
The BA in Design Preparation Course is a live, online coaching programme that prepares you to apply to the world's leading BA Design programmes — including Aalto University, Design Academy Eindhoven, Umeå Institute of Design, and the Royal College of Art. Whether you are building your portfolio from scratch or refining your application assignments, our expert teachers guide you through every step of the process. No prior design experience is required — only motivation and creative curiosity.
Most of our students plan to apply for several top design schools – and each has its own unique application process. This course is designed to prepare you for any design program in the world.
Most of our students plan to apply for several top design schools – and each has its own unique application process. This course is designed to prepare you for any design program in the world.
You'll develop the creative thinking, visual communication, and portfolio-building skills needed to succeed across a variety of admissions systems.
Get into the design school of your dreams!
Master creative assignments, build a powerful portfolio, and prepare for the world’s leading design schools – with expert guidance every step of the way.
What you’ll gain
- A clear understanding of different fields of design and entrance expectations
- Practice with typical application assignments from leading universities
- A stronger, more focused creative portfolio
- Expert feedback and one-on-one guidance from experienced instructors
- Encouraging peer interaction and idea development
Course content
- Portfolio preparation
- Entrance exam coaching
- Assignment preparation
- Design thinking & Concept development
- Design basics
- Visual art & drawing foundation
- Application & Interview Support
We offer professional guidance, practice assignments, and experienced teachers' feedback to improve your project focus. You will get tutoring and comments on your application process to ensure your work meets the school's requirements. Peer support and discussions about your ideas are also provided and encouraged, as design most often is teamwork!
We follow each school’s rules regarding tutoring and feedback, ensuring your work remains authentic and aligned with application guidelines.
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Study anywhere, at any time!
Self study with teaching materials. Online tutoring on your projects and application process!
Live Teacher's interaction and peer support. Apply now to this high demand course!
Boost your chances with this all-inclusive course. Send your application today!
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Why us?
Scandinavian Design School is located in Finland. We have guided our students to successfully enter Finnish and International creative degree programs for almost two decades now. Our professional teachers have a solid understanding of the qualities and requirements the programs are looking for in their potential students.
In joining the course you will attain skills and capabilities to apply to any Design BA program in the world.
In joining the course you will attain skills and capabilities to apply to any Design BA program in the world.
Fixed-time zoom classes
Study from anywhere in the world in a teacher-led zoom class
Peer support
Similar minded study group motivates and provides different perspectives for your learning!
Teacher’s feedback
Get live feedback from your teacher and fellow students
We have 15+ years of experience with proven results
Of our students were invited to the second stage in their application process
Of our students applying to DAE in 2024 were offered a study place.
Of our students applying in 2026 were accepted to Aalto University.
Of our students got a study place in one or more of their target programs
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