ESDESIGN, number one in Graphic Design in El Mundo’s Ranking for the third consecutive year
ESDESIGN, a school specialising in design and part of Planeta Formación y Universidades, has once again been recognised in El Mundo’s 2026 Ranking of the Best Online Master’s Degrees, which this year selected 160 postgraduate programmes across 32 specialisations. The Master’s Degree in Digital Graphic Design once again tops the Graphic Design category.
This recognition marks the third consecutive year in which ESDESIGN, the Barcelona School of Design, has ranked first in this category, further strengthening the programme’s track record in one of Spain’s leading online education rankings.
According to El Mundo, ESDESIGN’s programme combines a solid foundation in design theory, history and critical analysis with a focus on emerging disciplines such as visual identity, UX/UI, motion design and editorial design.
“Students learn to prioritise, build arguments and make decisions with professional judgement, understanding design as a language,” states the ranking’s website.
The only design school included in the ranking
In addition, in this year’s edition, ESDESIGN is the only school specialising in design included in the ranking, further strengthening its position in the field of specialised online design education.
El Mundo’s Ranking of the Best Online Master’s Degrees is a reference for students and professionals looking for online postgraduate education options in Spain. Its selection covers programmes across a wide range of fields and specialisations, highlighting the growing importance of digital and specialised skills in both academic and professional environments.
Our educational model: creativity, innovation and professional practice
ESDESIGN’s presence in the ranking reflects the school’s commitment to an educational model that combines creativity, innovation and a practical, flexible methodology adapted to the needs of industry professionals. Its programmes aim to provide specialised training focused on applying knowledge in a professional environment.
With this new recognition, ESDESIGN continues to strengthen its track record in specialised online design education, reaffirming its commitment to educational innovation, specialised training and preparing students to meet the challenges of the creative and digital industries.
