ABOUT
Raffles Design Institute, established in 2014 in Riyadh, is part of a global network of thirty branches under Raffles University, which was originally founded in 1990 in Singapore. Raffles Design Institute was one of the first private institutes to offer courses in Fashion Design.
Over the years, Raffles University has gained international recognition for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation. It was awarded the Singapore Quality Readiness for Special Education Organizations in 2004, received the CaseTrust Award for Education in 2005, and by 2008, was ranked among Singapore’s top ten educational institutions by Edupoll, solidifying its status as one of the world’s largest private education providers.
Raffles Design Institute, Riyadh, stands as the only branch in the Middle East, offering a specialized curriculum in 5 key design majors:
Fashion
Design
Fashion Marketing
& Management
Fashion Marketing
& Management
Jewelry
Design
Interior
Design
Graphic
Design
The institute combines a world-class international curriculum with local and global accreditation, providing students with the opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas. This unique blend ensures graduates are equipped with cutting-edge skills, aligning with both regional and international industry standards.
Why
Riyadh’s top locally and internationally reconized design institute
Ranked among the top 40 design institutes worldwide.
Entrepreneurial curriculum fostering future creative leaders & innovators.
International internships & exposure throgh a hands-on experience with leading brands. such as: Louis Vuitton, Ashi, Clear Studio Design, Hatch Company, BeStudio, HUED, and more.
VISION
At Raffles, we provide high-end education tailored for niche students, fostering a passion for learning, inspiring innovation, and equipping them with a solid foundation for their future. Our commitment to excellence ensures an enriching, globally relevant educational experience.
MISSION
As one of the top 50 design institutes globally, Raffles offers exclusive education for ambitious students, empowering future leaders with cutting-edge skills, confidence, and a global perspective through innovative, industry-driven learning.
VALUES
We foster innovation by encouraging creative thinking and out-of-the-box solutions.
We empower students with the knowledge and skills to enhance their employability and impact society.
With a global perspective, we adapt to local education needs while maintaining internationally relevant curricula.
We embrace dynamism, engaging in competitions and promoting entrepreneurship.
OBJECTIVES
Establish Raffles as a leader
in design education in Saudi Arabia.
Equip graduates with the
confidence to excel in business.
Expand programs and
foster innovation.
Equip graduates with the
confidence to excel in business.
Expand programs and
foster innovation.
Raffles CEO
Dr. Wafa Al Rushaid
OfficerPhD Holder from The American Graduate School of International Relations and Diplomacy in Paris, France, she pursued courses at Harvard University, MIT University, the London School of Economics, Oxford University, and more. She has since then, she has.. Read more..
been participating in innumerable events, conferences, forums, and discussion panels.
Dr. Wafa has also held a wide variety of strategically and socially prominent memberships and associations in think tanks, local Saudi ministries, and the United Nations.