The Industry Design (Industrial Design) program at Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) in Shenzhen is an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Engineering degree focused on cultivating creative, internationally minded design professionals who can link cutting-edge technology, user experience, and societal needs into innovative products and solutions. Shenzhen’s role as a global center for manufacturing, technology, and creative industries provides a strong real-world context for the program, bridging design education with industry practice and innovation.

Students in this program develop a solid foundation in design thinking, visual communication, prototyping, human-centered design, and project-based problem-solving. The curriculum includes coursework and studio projects that span object design, experience design, interaction design, environmental design, and wearable design, emphasizing the full process from research and concept generation to implementation and evaluation. Cross-disciplinary collaboration is encouraged, integrating knowledge from humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology to support creative and sustainable design outcomes.

The program’s teaching model emphasizes project-based and industry-engaged learning, including internships, real design challenges, research projects, entrepreneurial practice, and a capstone design project. Graduates are prepared for careers in product and service design, user experience and interaction design, creative industries, design consulting, and academia, equipped to lead design innovation in enterprises, start-ups, cultural industries, and research institutions around the world.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.