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Master in Design for Sustainability and Regeneration at POLI.design

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The Master in Design for Sustainability and Regeneration: Ecodesign, Biodesign and Circular Approaches course at POLI.design encourages students to take environmentally-conscious design approaches.

This postgraduate course trains professionals to lead the transition toward sustainable and regenerative models of production and consumption.

Rooted in ecodesign, biodesign and circular economy principles, the programme explores pressing environmental issues, lifecycle thinking and new regenerative design approaches, shaping mindsets to explore emerging themes such as more-than-human and multi-species perspectives.

School: Politecnico di Milano, POLI.design
Course: Master in Design for Sustainability and Regeneration: Ecodesign, Biodesign and Circular approaches
Type: Postgraduate
Location: Milan, Italy
Course dates: 24 November 2025 to 31 December 2026
Application deadline: 25 September 2025

Find out more about the course and apply ›

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The course explores design through the lens of sustainability

What will I learn during this course?

– Critical skills in life assessment (LCA)
– Materials for sustainability
– System thinking
– Knowledge of European ecodesign regulations
– Knowledge of sustainability communication and biomimicry
– Skills to assess environmental impacts

What are the requirements?

– Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, industrial design, engineering or related fields
– Equivalent foreign qualifications are accepted

What facilities and resources are available?

– A variety of classrooms and there are shared spaces that are ideal for dialogue, experimentation and exchange
– These facilities are designed to support hands-on learning, co-design activities and project-based work, providing the conditions for a rich and engaging educational experience

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The campus has a variety of classroom spaces and learning environments

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Career prospects include roles such as R&D director, materials designer for sustainability, ecodesign product and ecodesign manager, LCA expert or ecodesign consultant in global companies or design studios.

Who teaches this course?

– Valentina Rognoli, director
– Carlo Proserpio, director
– Sofia Soledad Duarte Poblete, coordinator
– Nathalie Dalle Molle, coordinator

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Valentina Rognoli is an associate professor at Politecnico di Milano

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