The Institute of Designers Ireland has published Why Design to give second level students a greater degree of familiarity with design as a study path and as a career. Supported by the Office of the Minister of Education and Science, the guide offers a ‘snapshot’ of design courses currently on offer throughout the island of Ireland; a taste of the richness and diversity of design education at third level throughout the country

Tracy Fahey, President of the Institute of Designers in Ireland, speaking at the launch, commented on the value of sustaining design education in Ireland.

Currently, in Ireland, there is a real impetus towards the sustaining of a research and development culture in Ireland. Design plays a crucial role in terms of innovation and development. A good design education teaches students to problem-solve, to think creatively, to research options, to develop and test designs and to respond to client needs.

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