478 Master's in Design in North America

The Design programme at York University is a full-time M.Sc. level course focused on visual communication. Spanning a two-year duration, this public study mode degree prepares students for roles in research and education. It integrates experimental practice with theory to address modern technological and media shifts.

Advance your career building the visual experience of contemporary theater with the Master of Fine Arts in Theater - Design in Temple University’s School of Theater, Film and Media Arts. Specialize in costume, lighting and scene design, and develop your creative passion for bringing a story to life on the stage.

Cornell’s post-professional Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design program at Cornell University (M.S. AAD) is an intensive, advanced architectural design research program open to individuals holding a professional B.Arch. or M.Arch. degree, or the international equivalent. 

The M.A. in Design at Cornell University is a two-year program centering on a concern for the individual. Both the faculty and the students believe strongly in the power of design to nurture the human spirit and support health and well-being. 

The M.Sc. in Integrated Design and Media at New York University is a creative, research-active programme delivered on campus. This public study mode degree focuses on the intersection of engineering and artistic practice. Over its duration, students engage in multidisciplinary experimentation with emerging media technologies.

The Educational Technology and Learning Design programme at Simon Fraser University offers M.A. and M.Ed. pathways. This in-person master degree, based at the Surrey campus, focuses on research-led design and evaluation of learning technologies. It is tailored for professionals seeking expertise in digital education.

The Quantitative Methods and Modeling M.Sc. at The City University of New York is a public programme designed for data-driven decision-making. This course lasts approximately 3 to 4 semesters and offers flexible study modes. Students gain advanced expertise in statistical analysis and computer information systems.

Focusing on the development of the skills and knowledge needed for professional scene designers, the Scene Design Program at California Institute of the Arts CalArts fosters the designer’s multifaceted contribution to a project beyond providing a visual background.

The M.Sc. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Self-Designed at Walden University is a flexible postgraduate programme delivered via a public study mode. This degree allows students to tailor their curriculum to specific career goals. It is designed for completion in approximately 15 to 24 months of dedicated study.

The MS in Product Design at University of Miami offers students a unique cross-disciplinary education cutting across multiple engineering disciplines in a world class research and innovation based environment.

The Furniture Design program of Rochester Institute of Technology advances your personal aesthetic through the study of contemporary practices and critical reflection in furniture design.

The Ceramics program of Rochester Institute of Technology develops your intellectual and artistic thinking through an extensive curriculum.

The History of Art, Design and Visual Culture at the University of Alberta is a comprehensive postgraduate programme. This public study mode course provides an in-depth exploration of visual traditions and modern design. Students engage with diverse artistic histories during their dedicated duration of advanced academic study.

The Master of Fine Arts in Digital Media & Design at University of Connecticut is a customized, two-year graduate program where students work closely with dedicated faculty in the development of their own independent creative practice.

The Master of Design program explores design in a multidisciplinary setting across Industrial Design, Communication Design and Fashion Design housed in the School of Design at the Design Architecture Art and Planning (DAAP) College at the University of Cincinnati. 

Our Master of Fine Arts in Lighting Design program at Boston University provides developing theatre professionals with the opportunity to cultivate their artistic identities while refining and enhancing their craft.

Our Master of Fine Arts in Scene Design program at Boston University provides developing theatre professionals with the opportunity to cultivate their artistic identities while refining and enhancing their craft.

The Biomedical Product Design and Development master programme at the University of Kansas provides advanced bioengineering expertise. This public study mode course focuses on clinical applications and regulatory aspects. Students gain professional skills in medical device innovation during their postgraduate duration.

The Painting and Printmaking program at Virginia Commonwealth University is highly selective and is presently limited to 15 participants. It fosters intensive studio practice in the areas of painting, drawing, printmaking, and a range of interdisciplinary practices.

The Painting - Drawing programme at the University of Kansas offers a comprehensive master level curriculum for artists. This public study mode course focuses on technical mastery and creative research. Students benefit from extensive studio resources and expert faculty mentorship while developing a professional portfolio.