Destination: Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Study Period: September 2023 – August 2024
Affiliation/Grade at the start of studying abroad: Graduate School of Design, Human Life Design and Science Course, Master Year 1

From September 2023 to August of the following year, I participated in an exchange program at Politecnico di Milano (Polimi), studying in the Integrated Product Design course. The program was largely project-based, providing an opportunity to collaborate with aspiring designers from around the world.

The industry-academia collaboration courses, in particular, were highly stimulating, requiring weekly presentations followed by sharp critiques. In some cases, companies would even purchase high-quality project designs, making the experience both challenging and rewarding.

One of the great advantages of living in Milan was the opportunity to fully immerse myself in the world’s largest design exhibition, Milan Design Week, held every April. During this period, the entire city is transformed into a vibrant showcase of design. I was fortunate to have one of my school projects exhibited at Milan Design Week, which allowed me to engage with industry professionals and visitors from around the world. This experience provided fresh insights and inspiration for my own design work.