Language

Spanish

Start date

October 2026

Frequency

Afternoons and Saturdays

Duration

9 Months

Credits

60 ECTS

Price

14.800 €

In this course you’ll acquire the resources you need to design sustainable products that meet the needs of society, the market and global trends.

In the current context, environmental challenges require responsible solutions, and the official Master's Degree in Artistic Education in Product Design and Ecodesign is an essential option. This course not only gives you essential technical and creative product design skills, it encourages genuine commitment to sustainable and responsible creative design. 

With a comprehensive curriculum that ranges from basic principles to advanced ecodesign practices, students learn how to lead projects that meet human needs while minimizing environmental impact. The course is a unique opportunity for people who aspire to drive positive change in the sector. 

When you’ve finished the course not only you will have acquired advanced technical and creative skills, you’ll also have built a solid ethical vision to design a more sustainable future with a professional portfolio. 

 

Information to decide

Learn how to become a professional designer creating sustainable products that make a difference in the environmental market at a school that leads the field in the discipline. 

The Master's Degree course provides a complete and diverse educational experience. Students work in groups and individually, encouraging collaborative and autonomous learning. You’ll put your newfound knowledge to good use in face-to-face classes, collaboration with companies and out-of-class activities. 

This course is for professionals who want to open up new job opportunities by developing a more specific profile, or stay up-to-date on the latest trends, technologies and methods:     

  • Graduates in design, architecture, engineering and environmental sciences 
  • Professionals working in sectors related to design, production and sustainability who want to specialize in ecodesign.  
  • Entrepreneurs focused on sustainable products or seeking a career change that embraces creativity, innovation and environmental responsibility.  

An official university degree (or the approved equivalent) is required for postgraduate education.  

The Master’s Degree in Product and Ecodesign gives you all the preparation you need to stand out from the crowd on a market where sustainability is key, with a practice-based learning experience that includes the latest techniques to design innovative products that meet modern environmental requirements and the demands of today’s eco-conscious consumers.

In this course you’ll learn how to use the latest tools and methods to work in booming sectors such as technology, sustainable mobility, fashion and furniture, applying principles of circular economy and regenerative design. The approach focuses on real projects and forging strategic alliances with companies leading the field, to gain a competitive advantage in global initiatives, making a positive impact on the environment and building a career in a field with a great future. 

Syllabus

Introduction to circular economy and ecodesign

History of product design 

History of ecodesign 

Current trends in environmental sustainability 

Environmental communication 

Circular economy and ecodesign 

Projects I



Analysis, values and experiences

Product Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) 

Environmental impact 

UX – User experience 

Ergonomics 

Materials 

Analogue and digital sketching 

3D and infographics 

Sectoral environmental specificities 

Environmental impact assessment 



Design, projects, marketing and communication

Ecodesign project typologies, preparation and development 

Product photography 

Business associated with design 

Projects II 

The circularity potential of materials 

Research on sustainable materials 

Project communication 



Work experience

Practical application of the knowledge and skills acquired during the degree course



Final Project Master's Thesis

Faculty

Course Leader

Carlos San José Frutos

Teacher

Nicola Cerantola

Teacher

Laxmi Nazabal

Teacher

Lucas Abajo

Teacher

Carlos Alonso Pascual

Teacher

Adele Orcajada

Teacher

Iván Gonzalez Alonso

News

07 May 2026

IED.60 Public Program - May: between Plural Intelligences and the culture of design

The programme of IED events open to both the internal and external communities continues in may; it was launched to mark the 60th anniversary as a collective reflection on the role of design.

06 May 2026

IED at the “Lápiz de Acero” Award in Colombia

IED joins Lápiz de Acero 2026 in Bogotá, supporting emerging talent and the future of design.

22 April 2026

Honourable Mention at the DBEW Award 2026 for two IED Torino alumni

The first edition of the DBEW Award saw two IED Torino alumni among its leading protagonists

20 April 2026

“Caliu”, by alumnus Judith Aubà, to be exhibited in “Matter Matters. Designing with the World”

The project has been selected by the Museu del Disseny-DHub as part of the annual “Matèria Prima” open call to feature in this exhibition, which rethinks the relationship with matter understood as an active agent.

17 April 2026

Vote for IED Madrid projects among the ten finalists in Accor Design Awards 2026

For the second year running, four IED Madrid students have reached the grand final, placing their projects among the best in the world

16 April 2026

X-plorer, by alumni Aaron Gonzalo selected for the ADI-FAD Delta Medals 2026

The jury has selected only 15 projects out of the 104 submitted, forming the Delta Medals 2026 Selection, including X-plorer, Aaron Gonzalo’s Final Degree Project.

15 April 2026

More than 9,800 students took part in the AQU Catalunya and Catalan universities' mass survey on recent graduate satisfaction

Responses will be used to identify areas for improvement in the higher education studies currently offered in the Catalan university system and in higher artistic education centres.

14 April 2026

200 people take part in the “Urban Picnic” initiative, which connects design, sustainability and community

An initiative by IED Barcelona within the programme of Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture, and as part of the European project Feed Your Future and the activities marking the 60th anniversary of IED · Plural Intelligences.

IED Italy and Spain Summer Courses

10 April 2026

IED Italy and Spain Summer Courses

An international educational experience in Italy and Spain that integrates learning, research, and the exploration of dynamic and stimulating cultural contexts.

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Exhibitions and Festival

28 April 2026 - 30 September 2026

Barcelona

“Caliu” in “Matter Matters. Designing with the World”

The project “Caliu”, by IED Barcelona alumnus Judith Aubà, has been selected to form part of this exhibition, which reflects on the major challenges facing design today and in the future at a critical time marked by the scarcity of raw materials.

Workshop

08 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

Turin

The Politic of Play with Gabriel Fontana at Circolo del Design

From 8 to 10 May 2026, Circolo del Design in Turin will host The Politic of Play, a workshop led by Gabriel Fontana and organised in collaboration with IED Torino as part of the programme of the Master in Social Ecological Design

HYPER FUTURES. DISEÑAR MÁS ALLÁ DEL CAPITALISMO
Lecture and Panel discussion

08 May 2026 - 22 May 2026

Madrid

HYPER FUTURES. DESIGNING BEYOND CAPITALISM

On Friday 8 May at 6.30 pm, we will celebrate this event with a workshop on the future, a panel discussion and the opening of the exhibition featuring dj Umami

Exhibitions and Festival

18 May 2026 - 22 May 2026

Barcelona

“Discovering Feed Your Future”

The Ateneu de Fabricació de Gràcia hosts this exhibition of projects that explore new responses to climate change and food sustainability.

Lecture and Panel discussion

19 May 2026 - 19 May 2026

Florence

Ettore Sottsass: Design as Storytelling

As part of the exhibition Io sono un architetto. Ettore Sottsass, organized by Fondazione Pistoia Musei (Palazzo Buontalenti, until July 26), IED presents a special event dedicated to one of the most influential figures in Italian and international design.

Lecture and Panel discussion

22 May 2026 - 22 May 2026

Rome

Twins: Conversations on the Duality between Identity, Transformation and Contemporary Imaginaries

Three lectures and a final talk exploring how brands, organizations and individuals navigate change and redefine their identity across physical, symbolic and digital dimensions.