The 2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC), on the theme “Resilience“, has been announced.
The purpose of TISDC is to encourage international creative design exchanges, develop creative design talents, showcase the international image of Taiwan on creative design, and establish Taiwan’s international design reputation.
The total prize fund for 2026 is more than $120,000 in prize money — $13,000 of which are reserved for the winner of the Grand Prix. Awarding cups and certificates will also be awarded.
Details about the theme for 2026 are available on the official website:
Resilience is the ability to adapt, recover, and grow stronger through challenges. It represents flexibility, perseverance, and the capacity to turn adversity into opportunity.
As a core value in modern society, students are encouraged to respect differences and treat others with inclusiveness and warmth. The United Nations aims to achieve the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) by 2030, emphasizing the central role of diversity in promoting global development. Through the power of design, students can incorporate multicultural perspectives, inspire innovation, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration and inclusiveness, and create more possibilities for society. Diversity is not only a concept but also a practice—respecting each individual’s uniqueness, reflecting the richness of the world, and building a mutually supportive and inclusive society.
TISDC 2026 includes the following competition categories:
- Product Design
- Visual Design
- Digital Animation
- Architecture & Landscape Design
- Fashion Design
Eligible to enter are students who currently enroll at senior high schools or above and are not older than 30. Entrants can compete as individuals or in teams.
The Taiwan International Student Design Competition is hosted by the Ministry of Education of Taiwan annually, since 2003. Every year, it receives thousands of entries from all parts of the world.
No Entry Fee!
It's free to enter.