16 Master's degrees offered by the university

The M.Sc. Design - Apparel Studies at the University of Minnesota is a two-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. It explores the complex relationships between humans and designed objects through advanced research and creative scholarship in textiles, dress history, and product development.

The Landscape Architecture programme at the University of Minnesota is a professional, accredited degree designed for graduate students. This three-year, full-time course focuses on ecological systems and urban design. It offers a public study mode and prepares students for licensure in the landscape architecture field.

The Urban and Regional Planning programme at the University of Minnesota is a comprehensive master level course. Delivered in a public study mode, this professional degree focuses on city development and infrastructure. Students engage in rigorous training over two years to master the complexities of modern urban environments.

Music at the University of Minnesota is a public, two-year programme designed for advanced artistic development. Students engage in rigorous theoretical and practice-based training across various specialisations. This master level degree offers a rich academic environment for musicians to refine their professional skills.

The Design - Product Design M.Sc. at the University of Minnesota is a two-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. This interdisciplinary course blends industrial design, engineering, and business to develop human-centred products, offering both thesis-focused and project-based pathways.

The Architecture - Metropolitan Design programme at the University of Minnesota is a research-focused Master of Science degree. This two-year, public study mode course explores systematic issues in housing and governance. Students develop adaptive thinking through interdisciplinary projects and inquiry-driven design.

The Art programme at University of Minnesota is a three-year, full-time Master of Fine Arts. This public course focuses on conceptual and material creative practice within a research-intensive environment. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant urban arts community to refine their professional skills.

The Musicology programme at the University of Minnesota is a comprehensive M.Sc. degree delivered in a public study mode. This advanced curriculum focuses on historical criticism and interdisciplinary research, allowing students to tailor their education toward specific career goals in teaching or academic investigation.

The Design - Graphic Design programme at the University of Minnesota offers advanced M.Sc. and MFA pathways. This public study mode course lasts two to three years, focusing on the intersection of human interaction and designed environments through rigorous research and creative scholarship in a professional studio setting.

The Design - Interior Design M.Sc. at the University of Minnesota is a research-focused programme delivered in a public study mode. Over two to three years, students explore the complex relationships between humans and built environments, focusing on health, sustainability, and well-being through advanced theoretical study.

The Design and Technology M.F.A. at the University of Minnesota is a professional master programme delivered in a public study mode. This intensive course focuses on scenic, costume, lighting, and sound design. Students engage in hands-on production work within a vibrant artistic hub to develop advanced technical skills.

The Landscape Architecture program of the University of Minnesota is a three-semester, research-oriented degree program, designed for students interested in landscape architecture as a scholarly discipline.

The Arts and Cultural Leadership programme at the University of Minnesota is a professional Master of Professional Studies delivered in person. This flexible, public study mode degree takes two to three years to complete, focusing on inclusive community engagement and creative entrepreneurship for aspiring cultural changemakers.

The Architecture - Applied Research in Practice at University of Minnesota is a master level programme delivered in a public study mode. This course focuses on resilient built environments and leadership, offering a curriculum designed for working professionals to accelerate licensure through advanced research and internships.

The Architecture programme at the University of Minnesota is a professional, STEM-accredited degree. This full-time course offers a three-year standard track or a two-year advanced standing option. Students engage in a public study mode, developing foundational expertise and design excellence to prepare for professional licensure.

The Architecture - Sustainable Design M.Sc. at the University of Minnesota is a two-year, full-time postgraduate programme. It focuses on regenerative systems and environmental wellbeing. Students engage in research-driven projects to master sustainable theory and material performance through a public study mode.