IIT Hyderabad Launches International Design Programme

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has started a new online course called the International Certificate Programme in Integrated Product–Service System (IPSS) Design.

This course is made in partnership with POLI.design from Milan, Italy, and is supported by the Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IICCI).

The programme will teach students about designing products and services together, using sustainable methods and new ideas.

It will have live online classes and hands-on workshops taught by experts from both India and Italy.

The course starts on 15 January 2026 and is part of IITH's plan to make design education more international and helpful for industries.

POLI.design is a top-ranked design school, and this collaboration aims to help India improve its design skills and business links with Italy.