AOD Announces the Globally Recognised Design Foundation Plus Programme for Post O/L Students
View(s):AOD presents an exceptional opportunity for O/L students to explore creative careers in Design and the Creative Industries through a globally recognised program that transforms creative talent into successful careers in a rapidly evolving industry.
For many students, the transition from O/Ls to A/Ls is a time of uncertainty. Some are still discovering their career interests, while others have a strong inclination toward creative fields but lack a structured path to pursue them. Recognizing this need, AOD, Sri Lanka’s leading design educator, introduces the Design Foundation Plus Programme, an internationally recognised programme designed to help students make informed career decisions within the vast landscape of design, innovation, and creativity.
With creativity-driven careers expanding beyond traditional fields, professionals with design expertise are now thriving in fashion, interior design, graphic design and visual communication, architecture, technology, innovation and even design-led manufacturing. This shift has created a surge in job opportunities, highlighting the demand for designers, innovators, and creative thinkers with the right qualifications. AOD’s globally recognised Design Foundation Plus Programme provides students with a structured and comprehensive exploration of various creative fields, helping them identify their passions and career pathways.
Accelerated Learning
for Future Success
AOD’s Design Foundation Plus Programme is a highly immersive learning experience that fast-tracks students into the creative world, they aspire to enter, equipping them with critical skills, industry exposure, and hands-on experience.
This globally recognised programme emphasises design thinking, experimentation, and real-world application, allowing students to explore their creative talents and gain practical insights into their commercial potential. Through hands-on projects, case studies, and industry collaborations, students witness how design and innovation play an integral role in shaping businesses across various sectors.
AOD has a unique position to deliver this with its standing as more than just a design institute, it is a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures creativity, innovation, and global ambition. As Sri Lanka’s pioneering design institution, AOD brings together a diverse faculty of international experts, cutting-edge industry collaborations, and an immersive learning environment unlike any other. Located at the Colombo Innovation Tower, AOD is a hub where students engage with the country’s leading creative minds, gain hands-on experience through real-world projects, and participate in prestigious events like Sri Lanka Design Festival and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka. This unique ecosystem ensures that every student at AOD is empowered with the knowledge, exposure, and network to thrive in the creative industries, both locally and globally.
A Curriculum Designed for
Global University Admissions
and Future-Proof Careers
The Design Foundation Plus Programme offers an extensive and multi-disciplinary curriculum, exposing students to a wide range of creative disciplines and specialisations, such as Fashion & Textile Design, Illustration & Fine Art, Graphic Communication & Printmaking, 3D Design & Architecture, Interior Design, Photography & Filmmaking, Motion Graphics & Animation, Product Design & Innovation, Design Thinking & Cultural Studies, Sustainability & Future Trends in Design.
Additionally, students collaborate with industry professionals and designers from diverse fields, gaining exposure to cutting-edge design practices and global industry trends. The programme’s hands-on approach ensures that students develop a strong portfolio, positioning them competitively for university admissions and future careers in the creative sector.
Direct Access to AOD’s Award-Winning UK Degree Programmes
Upon completing the Design Foundation Plus Programme, students can seamlessly transition into AOD’s BA (Hons) Degree Programmes awarded by Northumbria University, UK, specialising in: Fashion & Textile Design, Fashion Design & Marketing, Interior Design (Interior Architecture), Graphic & Visual Communication Design, Motion Graphics & Animation
Northumbria University’s
Interior Design Programme is ranked number one in the UK, its Fashion Programmes are award winning, and Northumbria University itself has been recognised as Times Higher Education’s University of the Year. AOD students benefit from this world-class curriculum, completing their UK
degree in Sri Lanka while also having study abroad options to gain international exposure.
An Affordable Gateway
to World-Class Design Education
With an 8-month duration and an investment of LKR 500,000, the Design Foundation Plus Programme has been designed as an accessible and subsidised opportunity for students to experience AOD’s international-standard design education before committing to a full-degree programme. This initiative allows talented young individuals to explore their creative potential in a globally recognised institution.
Apply Now for the May 2025 Intake!
Applications are now open for students who have completed their O/Ls. This is an unparalleled opportunity to embark on a career fueled by creativity, innovation, and global opportunities.
For more information, walk in to AOD at the Colombo Innovation Tower, No 477, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 04, Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. Call 077 572 7772 or visit www.aod.lk.
Join AOD and take the
first step toward a future
in design that goes beyond borders!
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