Get closer to design

Talks, courses and workshops

See what's new in the museum's inspiring programme of events. More to be announced soon.

Design your Way to Net Zero

Join this one-day course for businesses to gain essential knowledge about carbon emissions. Learn about methods and tools to enable carbon reduction strategies and innovative design-led net zero business solutions.

Workshop: Terrazzo Casting

Learn how to cast terrazzo using jesmonite into silicone moulds to make your own coasters in this creative workshop led by RubinoWilson studio.

Workshop: 3D Printing

Learn how to use 3D software to design and print your unique piece of resin jewellery in this workshop taught by Alex Gifford, Head of Art and 3D Design at Morley College.

British Sign Language Tour: The Architecture of the Design Museum

Join guide Edward Richards for a tour of the Architecture of the Design Museum, delivered in British Sign Language.

Ardagh Young Creatives x  Design Can

Are you aged between 14 and 25 years old and interested in design?

Join this free mentoring and career guidance event for young people, where you can network, meet inspiring designers and creatives from across the industry, and connect with peers.

Please note that this event is now sold out.

For schools

Design Workshops for Schools

Using handling collections of contemporary design objects, students can interact with key designs through experiential learning. Hour-long workshops support students to gain new perspectives on the role of designers and the impact of design in everyday life. Suitable for key stages 2, 3, 4 and 5.

master's course

MA Curating Contemporary Design

Did you know that the Design Museum offers a Master's programme in Curating Contemporary Design in partnership with Kingston University?

Our collaborative degree is one of the world’s foremost postgraduate programmes for design curators, taught by leading academics, curators and designers.

Applications are open to start in 2024.

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