Become a Doctor of Design at the Design Studies Institute.





Join a network of Design Professionals who are working to advance their careers.

Quick Facts



Degree: Doctor of Design (DDes)

Format: Part-time, low-residency & online

Duration: 3-5 years

Credit Hours: 60 credit hours

Residencies: Three week-long in-person residency seminars in Anguilla, British West Indies

Estimated Cost: $22,500 + residency fees (covers accommodations and materials during week-long residencies in Anguilla)

Recognition: Accredited by the Accreditation Agency Curaçao and licensed by the Anguilla Ministry of Education Higher Education Licensing Board

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Look inside the Design Studies Institute’s Doctor of Design program with Dr. Williams.




Introduce Yourself



Tell us a little about you and we’ll reach out with all the details you need to get started in the Doctor of Design program.

Revolutionize Training & Education Through Innovative Learning Design


If you’re ready to take your instructional design career to the next level, the Design Studies Institute (DSI) delivers a transformative experience that will give you the competitive edge by building and refining in-demand skills that are sought after by employers.
Developed in collaboration with seasoned ID practitioners with experience across a variety of industries, the MS-LDT program goes far beyond a typical learning and instructional design education by helping you develop practical and immediately applicable skills. The program faculty is comprised of experienced learning design and technology professionals, so you’ll be learning from a team of experts who knows what it takes to grow and succeed in this exciting field.




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Program Snapshot


Priority Application Deadline
July 6

Program Length

20 Months

Total Units

30

Format

100% Online

Who Is This Degree For?



If you’re passionate about using technology to deliver accessible, effective learning experiences, the MS in Learning design and Technology prepares you to lead the change. The University of San Diego’s MS-LDT program is a career-building master’s degree designed specifically for working professionals. It is ideal for:

  • Working instructional designers seeking to expand their skillset
  • K-12 educators looking to move beyond the classroom
  • Postsecondary educators and designers
  • Learning and development (L&D) and human resources (HR) professionals
  • Library science and corporate eLearning specialists




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– Rowan Shartel, Instructional Designer at Booz

What You’ll Learn


  • Learning experience design
  • Digital literacy skills
  • Emerging technologies
  • Leadership
  • Facilitating high-impact teaching practices in digital environments
  • Implementing best practices in learning design




LDT students graduate with a strong mix of technical and professional skills, positioning them to stand out in a competitive market. As a result, many alumni have leveraged these skills to secure new positions or advance in their careers.

As demand for skilled learning designers continues to increase, the program ensures you’ll be ready to lead. The future of learning is here, and we invite you to be part of it.


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    Why Choose Design Studies Institute?


    Academic Excellence and Well-rounded Curriculum, tailored to you



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    Experienced Designers and Educators from top universities



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    A job-ready portfolio and a residency in Anguilla



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