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International Summer Schools

High-level training experiences designed to deepen your knowledge of design disciplines through a blend of lectures, workshops, field visits, and project work. Hosted in Milan, the global capital of design and creativity, these programs provide international participants with the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge design practices, explore Italian excellence, and develop professional skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment. 

 

Participants can choose from three different 60-hour programs, each tailored to a specific area of design expertise: 

  • Service Design and Innovation: July 14–25, 2025 – Learn to design efficient, impactful and user-centered services across public, private, and social sectors through hands-on workshops, masterclasses, and real-world case studies.
  • Italian Design and Lifestyle: July 21–August 1, 2025 – Discover the legacy and contemporary relevance of Italian design through a rich mix of history, craftsmanship, branding, and cultural immersion, including a special workshop focusing on food design. 
  • Design Thinking and UX Design: July 21–August 1, 2025 – Gain practical experience in user experience design and innovation processes, developing digital and physical solutions through prototyping, testing, and collaboration. 

All classes will be held at Politecnico di Milano – Bovisa Campus, with opportunities to engage directly with renowned professors and design professionals. Each program features exclusive field visits to iconic design venues and culminates in a final project presentation and celebration party—a chance to showcase your work, connect with peers, and expand your international network. 

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Final registration and payment deadline: May 4, 2025

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The Service Design Summer School explores the principles, tools, and future perspectives of service innovation through three main themes: 

  • Fundamentals of Service Design – Learn core methodologies, tools, and case studies. 
  • Service Innovation & Experience Design – Explore customer journey mapping, touchpoint analysis, rapid prototyping, and the impact of digital transformation on service experiences. 
  • Sustainable & Inclusive Service Futures – Discover how to design for sustainability, the circular economy, and accessibility, applying inclusive strategies and future-oriented thinking. 

The program includes field visits to leading service-based organizations and concludes with a final project presentation, perfect for showcasing in your portfolio. 

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The Italian Design and Lifestyle Summer School explores the heritage and contemporary relevance of Italian design through four main themes: 

  • Italian Design: Heritage & Evolution – Discover iconic designers, the value of craftsmanship, and the legacy of Made in Italy across product, interior, and fashion design. 
  • Design & Lifestyle: Storytelling & Branding – Learn how narrative, branding, and visual identity shape Italy’s global influence in lifestyle and luxury. 
  • Fashion & Culture – Understand the role of Italian fashion in expressing identity, culture, and aesthetics, and its connection to design and craftsmanship. 
  • Food & Design: A Cross-Cultural Workshop – Explore Italian and Chinese food cultures through design, culminating in a team-based project. 

The program includes visits to key design, fashion, and cultural venues, and concludes with a final project presentation, ideal for showcasing in your portfolio. 

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The Design Thinking and UX Design Summer School explores the tools, methods, and future applications of human-centered innovation through three main themes: 

  • Design Thinking & Creative Problem Solving – Learn the foundations of design thinking, from framing problems and analyzing user needs to ideation and concept development. Apply structured methodologies to generate innovative, user-centered solutions. 
  • UX & Interaction Design – Dive into user research, journey mapping, service ecosystems, and rapid prototyping. Explore usability testing and feedback methods to refine experiences across both digital and physical environments. 
  • Designing Future Experiences – Experiment with immersive technologies, gamification, and multisensory design. Learn how to create inclusive, accessible experiences that respond to today’s digital transformation and user engagement challenges. 

 

The program includes field visits to top design institutions and innovation hubs, and features expert mentorship and guest lectures from leading voices in UX, service, and interaction design. It concludes with a final team project presentation to showcase in your portfolio. 

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Genal information

Attendance 

Attendance is mandatory for at least 75% of the program activities in order to receive POLI.design certificate of participation.  

Requirements 

Open to students over 18 years old currently enrolled in a university program, with a minimum English proficiency level of B1. 

Deadlines 

Deadline to apply by completing the payment: June 10, 2025. 

Price 

The total fee for the course is €2,200 (including 22% VAT) per student. Payment must be made in a single installment through the dedicated payment options (full details available in the registration form). 

What the Fee Includes: 

  • Initial coffee break and final aperitivo 
  • Entry tickets to all visit venues 
  • Public or private transport to field visits (depending on location) 
  • Tutoring support throughout the program 
  • POLI.design certificate upon completion 
  • Letter of recommendation for students with the most outstanding projects 
  • Final project outcome presentation 
  • Official Invitation Letter for visa application (if needed) 

 

Faculty

The faculty brings together distinguished professors from Politecnico di Milano and top experts from the design industry, offering a unique blend of academic excellence and professional insight. An academic coordinator and a dedicated tutor will support participants throughout the program, assisting with in-class activities and project development. 
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