[indyboy]

You can still do masters or PHD in computer science. Who said designers cannot apply to computer science bachelor or masters degrees? Have you looked at US universities? For e.g. if you want to apply for a masters in computer science, all you need is 16 years of education in your home country. US universities are amazing in screening candidates. I have a personal experience in this regard. Also, designers (graphic, industrial, art) are in amazing demand in computer science industry. Do your design thing and then top it off with a masters in computer science. You'll be one of the rarebreed. I've hired a guy recently at $200/hr. Super rock star.

When applying to US for masters program, just remember to showcase your startup, your open source contributions and diverse education background. You'll be heading into the top 10 schools here.

If you want to apply to companies without any degree then all top class internet/mobile companies give a damn about education (if you're really good and you should be able to prove that). Most of the founders are drop-outs and know that degree is just one of the criteria and not the only criteria. A top class degree definitely helps because you've been vetted before but it is not the only criteria.