Santa Clara University

Design and Manufacturing Certificate

Santa Clara, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

About Design and Manufacturing Certificate

For Design and Manufacturing Certificate, tuition comes to 47,442 USD per year.

The Design and Manufacturing Certificate is a non-degree program at Santa Clara University in the United States, taught in English and lasting one year. It's intended for students with a Bachelor's degree, helping them develop skills in design and manufacturing.

The curriculum includes courses on design principles, manufacturing processes, and product development, with a focus on practical skills. Students learn to use design software, work with materials, and develop prototypes, gaining hands-on experience in the field.

Graduates can work as Design Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Product Developers, or Quality Control Specialists, in industries such as aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics, for companies like Apple, Boeing, or Ford Motor Company.

About Santa Clara University

Santa Clara University, founded in 1851 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across business, engineering, humanities, and the sciences. Home to roughly 8,900 students including an active international community, the university blends rigorous academics with a commitment to ethical leadership rooted in the Jesuit tradition. That combination prepares graduates to contribute responsibly to organizations and communities around the world.

The university emphasizes a holistic education that integrates classroom learning, applied projects, and community engagement. Small class sizes and accessible faculty support close mentorship, while campus career services and corporate connections in the Bay Area facilitate internships and hands-on experience. Santa Clara's program portfolio spans many disciplines and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking, and socially responsible problem solving.

International students benefit from comprehensive orientation, advising, and a supportive campus culture that promotes inclusion and leadership development. Proximity to major tech and business employers creates strong pathways to internships and employment, and university resources help students navigate visas, work authorization, and professional development. For students seeking a values-driven education with strong industry links in a dynamic region, Santa Clara offers a student-centered experience with practical outcomes.

English Test Requirement

This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Design and Manufacturing Certificate: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Design and Manufacturing Certificate?
Tuition: USD 47,442 per year. Application fee: USD 75. Service fee: USD 100.
What are the entry requirements for Design and Manufacturing Certificate?
Entry requirements include: Education: Bachelor's Degree; Academic performance: Grade B-A (60-70%, GPA 2.5-3); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Minimum age: 18.
Is Design and Manufacturing Certificate available online?
This is an on-campus program at Santa Clara University in Santa Clara.

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