Design Formation
About
Design Formation is a two-year diploma that gives you a working foundation across multiple design disciplines — before you specialize. You'll leave with a professional portfolio, practical skills, and the clarity to pursue the creative path that fits you.
The program welcomes students at every stage: recent graduates, career changers, and mature learners alike. Attendance is required for an information session prior to applying — Register Now. For a detailed look at what you'll study, see the Program Curriculum. Graduates enter the workforce at entry level or continue into specialized design studies — equipped for either direction.
Why choose Design Formation?
- Design your ideal career
You’ll get the chance to test-drive a number of foundational design classes in fields like graphic and communication design, interior design, architectural design, and experiential design. - Professional portfolio development
Graduate with a professional exit portfolio that showcases your diverse skills and creative capabilities to potential employers or post-secondary institutions. - Industry expert teaching
Our faculty come from a diverse range of professional design backgrounds. They've been where you're going, so their understanding of the industry goes far beyond theory.
- Hands-on studio learning
You'll learn the theory behind why we do things, then ideate, sketch, prototype, and build — putting theory into practice and seeing your ideas come to life across multiple design disciplines. - Industry experience
Beyond the classroom, you'll have the chance to take what you've learned and apply it in the real world during your work experience with one of our industry partners. - Sense of community
You'll move through the program with the same cohort of students, from your first day of class right through to graduation — creating, learning, and growing together, and if all goes according to plan, making friends for life.
Program at a glance
DURATION
2-year diploma program
(4 terms)
FOCUS AREAS
Communication, interior, architectural, and experiential design
GRADUATE WITH
Diploma, professional portfolio, and work-ready skills
LOCATION & FORMAT
Full-time and Part-time in-person on Langara's Vancouver campus
Is this program right for you?
Design Formation suits creative individuals who want to explore various design disciplines before specializing, and those who enjoy hands-on, collaborative learning environments.
You might be a great fit if:
- You're passionate about visual design and want to explore multiple creative fields.
- You enjoy project-based learning and hands-on studio work.
- You're building toward a career in events, graphic design, visual merchandising, or interior design.
- You're considering further specialization or want a strong foundation before advancing your education.
No prior design experience is required. The program is structured to guide you from fundamentals to a professional-level skill set.
Apply today and take the first step toward your future in design.
Meet our graduates
Meet our graduates. Discover their portfolios, hear about their experiences, and see how they're turning creativity into careers.
