Design degrees in Peru
Architecture, graphic design, interior design and general design: they are design degrees you can study in Peru.
If you make the posters for your school, edit videos, draw or like thinking about how your room would look different, that's a good place to start.
How design is studied in Peru
There are programs in the field at public and private universities and institutes in Lima, Trujillo, Arequipa, Cusco, Piura, Huancayo or Huánuco, among other cities. Not all degrees are taught at all of them, so check where the one you're interested in is offered before deciding.
You learn by doing projects: sketching, trying, revising and presenting. Some institutions ask for a portfolio or an interview. If it's a university, check on the SUNEDU that it is licensed; if it's an institute, ask what qualification it awards.
Design degrees in Peru
Among those studied in Peru are Architecture, Graphic Design and Interior Design.
Architecture is about planning buildings and spaces, and has a lot in common with engineering degrees in Peru; Interior Design focuses on how a space is organized and styled on the inside; Graphic Design works with images and messages, and overlaps with communication.
Where to study design in Peru
Universidad de Ciencias y Artes de América LatinaLima · PrivateArchitectureInterior DesignGraphic DesignDesign
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)Lima · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad Andina del Cusco (UAC)Cusco · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad Autónoma del Perú (UA)Lima · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad Católica de Santa MarÃa (UCSM)Arequipa · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad Católica de Trujillo Benedicto XVITrujillo · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad de HuánucoHuánuco · PrivateArchitecture
Universidad Femenina del Sagrado Corazón (UNIFE)Lima · PrivateArchitectureHow to choose between them
Notice what you do when no one asks you to: if you draw, if you edit photos or videos, if you rearrange your room, if you notice how a page or a poster looks.
Then ask yourself what you want to have made at the end: images and messages (Graphic Design), the interior of a place where someone lives or works (Interior Design) or the whole building (Architecture).
If you're torn between Interior Design and Architecture, compare what courses each one has and how long each one lasts: Architecture takes more time. The career test helps you see which one fits what you like to design.
To read before choosing
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know how to draw to study design?
It depends on the degree. Graphic Design uses drawing and digital tools a lot, Interior Design focuses on planning spaces and Architecture combines drawing, math and project work.
How long do design degrees in Peru last?
Architecture is the longest; Graphic Design and Interior Design take less time.
How do I know if a university is licensed?
The SUNEDU grants the license to universities in the country; you can check there whether the one you are interested in has it.
What is the difference between Architecture and Interior Design?
Architecture designs complete buildings and the spaces around them; Interior Design works within an already built space: layout, materials, light and atmosphere.
Can I start with a general design degree?
Yes, Design exists as a general degree. Compare it with Graphic Design to see when the specialty is chosen.
What does Interior Design study?
How to create and plan enclosed spaces where people live, work or shop: layout, materials, light and furniture, making good use of every square meter. Read the sheet on Interior Design to see the courses.