Built on tradition.
Aimed at the future.
Offering a real-world view of the industrial design profession, Offsite delivers instruction from industry leaders and stands at the forefront of disrupting design education.
Starting in 2026, we will offer an expanded selection of unique modules from Japan, aligned with Japan Standard Time (JST).
Starting in 2026, we will offer an expanded selection of unique modules from Japan, aligned with Japan Standard Time (JST).
Offsite Japan
Beginning in 2026, we’ll offer an expanded range of modules from Japan, approaching the country’s design legacy with humility and respect. Japanese design has long balanced restraint and innovation, grounded in tradition, craft, and thoughtful simplicity—values we aim to learn from and honor. At the same time, Japan continues to define the future of design through material exploration, soft-goods innovation, robotics, sustainability, and human-centered thinking. Offsite Japan is our chance to immerse ourselves in this evolving landscape and broaden our perspective as designers.
Begin your journey
Offsite Student is a 10-week introduction to industrial design, giving you the foundational skills to begin your ID journey. This Japan cohort launches with two in-person weeks, where you’ll meet your instructors, collaborate directly, and immerse yourself in a curated design experience. Whether you’re new to ID, unfamiliar with sketching or CAD, or simply curious about how objects are designed, this program teaches core sketching, foundational principles, basic methods, and essential tools—ideal for anyone from recent graduates to professionals pivoting into design.
Who you are
You’re looking to build a foundational skill set in industrial design.
You’re a high school student entering college or university.
You’re a working professional who wants to move into the field of industrial design.
You want to see what it takes to become an industrial designer before committing
You’re a high school student entering college or university.
You’re a working professional who wants to move into the field of industrial design.
You want to see what it takes to become an industrial designer before committing
Explore the courses
Pricing
$2500
What you get
A certificate of completion.*
6 studio courses taught by working designers to jump-start your journey to becoming a designer.
One-on-one weekly office hours with your instructors.
10 weeks of 100+ hours of course content.
Work samples that you can include in your portfolio.
A collaborative online studio environment through the Offsite Slack.
A global studio experience with peers from around the world.
Networking, socialization, and relaxation with community game nights, happy hours, and more.
*Completion is contingent upon program results evaluated by our educators.
6 studio courses taught by working designers to jump-start your journey to becoming a designer.
One-on-one weekly office hours with your instructors.
10 weeks of 100+ hours of course content.
Work samples that you can include in your portfolio.
A collaborative online studio environment through the Offsite Slack.
A global studio experience with peers from around the world.
Networking, socialization, and relaxation with community game nights, happy hours, and more.
*Completion is contingent upon program results evaluated by our educators.
Spring 2026
Registration
December 15 – January 16
Orientation
January 23
December 15 – January 16
Orientation
January 23
Start
January 26
End
April 3
January 26
End
April 3
Registration
Opens December 15Before you register:
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- Review all Offsite Student course details.
- Check course times, course content, and instructor profiles.
- You need a Gmail email address to proceed. It will be your permanent communication address with us, so please ensure it's a Gmail address as changes won't be allowed.
- This registration process is only for non-scholarship applicants.
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Scholarship Coming Soon
At this time, we won’t be offering a scholarship, but we plan to offer one in the near future.
At this time, we won’t be offering a scholarship, but we plan to offer one in the near future.
Q&A
When do courses begin?
Courses are set to begin January 26 2026.
If I’m only interested in 2-3 courses, do I have to take the rest?
You now have the flexibility to choose single or multiple courses from our extensive course catalog. Visit Offsite Plus to explore our range of offerings!
Which cohort would be the best fit for me, considering my extensive experience in design, even though I'm not specifically an industrial designer?
To best accommodate your unique background and goals at Offsite, please email us; we're eager to arrange a meeting and discuss customizing the program for you.
Is it feasible to engage in the Offsite program alongside a full-time job, or does it require a commitment beyond an hour each evening?
Offsite offers flexible pacing with Offsite Plus, allowing you to opt for a full schedule or just a few courses based on your availability, with convenient online and recorded sessions for later access.
What will I get upon completion of this course?
Upon completion of this program, you’ll be given a certificate of completion. This certificate represents your completion of the course under the instruction of working industry leaders, and holds the merit that you’ve understood and mastered all elements of the course content.
Why is this all online?
Offsite wants to offer course content that can be accessible to all at an affordable price. Due to our remote learning situation, we’ve cut out all fees bound to location-based learning. This allows you to live in your day-to-day without breaking the bank while still accessing quality design education.
Will you offer IRL experiences in Japan?
We’re excited to invite students to join us in person here in Japan during the first week of each term! If you’d like to participate, simply email us after completing your registration, and we’ll share all the details.
*Please note: travel, lodging, meals, and related expenses are the responsibility of each participant and are not included in the course registration fees. (We promise—it’s absolutely worth the trip!)
What time will Offsite take place?
Offsite will operate exclusively within Japan Standard Time (JST). Recorded content will be available, and instructors will coordinate review sessions with students.
What materials will I need?
Courses are set to begin January 26 2026.
If I’m only interested in 2-3 courses, do I have to take the rest?
You now have the flexibility to choose single or multiple courses from our extensive course catalog. Visit Offsite Plus to explore our range of offerings!
Which cohort would be the best fit for me, considering my extensive experience in design, even though I'm not specifically an industrial designer?
To best accommodate your unique background and goals at Offsite, please email us; we're eager to arrange a meeting and discuss customizing the program for you.
Is it feasible to engage in the Offsite program alongside a full-time job, or does it require a commitment beyond an hour each evening?
Offsite offers flexible pacing with Offsite Plus, allowing you to opt for a full schedule or just a few courses based on your availability, with convenient online and recorded sessions for later access.
What will I get upon completion of this course?
Upon completion of this program, you’ll be given a certificate of completion. This certificate represents your completion of the course under the instruction of working industry leaders, and holds the merit that you’ve understood and mastered all elements of the course content.
Why is this all online?
Offsite wants to offer course content that can be accessible to all at an affordable price. Due to our remote learning situation, we’ve cut out all fees bound to location-based learning. This allows you to live in your day-to-day without breaking the bank while still accessing quality design education.
Will you offer IRL experiences in Japan?
We’re excited to invite students to join us in person here in Japan during the first week of each term! If you’d like to participate, simply email us after completing your registration, and we’ll share all the details.
*Please note: travel, lodging, meals, and related expenses are the responsibility of each participant and are not included in the course registration fees. (We promise—it’s absolutely worth the trip!)
What time will Offsite take place?
Offsite will operate exclusively within Japan Standard Time (JST). Recorded content will be available, and instructors will coordinate review sessions with students.
What materials will I need?
- Laptop (MacBook or PC)
- Access to presentation software (Keynote, PowerPoint, or Google Slides)
- Access to a good internet connection
- Making sure you don't have audio issues
- We recommend waiting until Week 1 of Offsite, when your instructors will share the specific materials you’ll need for their course.
