Overview

About the Studio Culture: Material and Media Experiments

By synthesising and embodying different knowledge and using the dynamic landscape and industries of Iceland as an experimental ground, you will develop a unique voice in the expanded design field.

To translate this personal vision, Design and New Environments program of Iceland University of the Arts asks you to materialise and manifest possible realities through relevant media: you may e.g develop a concept for industry, propose a new sensory experience, or craft a fictional scenario for a future reality. Using both real and fictional design strategies, we work to build ethical awareness, form dialogues to engage with contemporary culture.

You will have access to a range of hands-on and media facilities. Through the program you will develop your own working process through series of visits, encounters with experts, exploratory workshops and collaborations. You will participate in publications and exhibitions and develop online platforms for the mediation of your projects.

Above are all the practical information about how to apply to this program: deadlines, fees, prerequisites and contacts for further questions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Community

Perception

Process

Dealing

Systems

Reality & Realities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-22 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disciplines

Design

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will have completed BA/BS Degree or equivalent and it is desirable that they have acquired work experience in a field related to the occupational sphere of designers

Certified copy of degree certificate(s) and programme / course transcript(s)

References from two referees

Statement

Curriculum Vitae

Portfolio of works

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Students at the Iceland Academy of the Arts do not pay tuition fees, but the annual registration fee at the school is ISK 75,000

Living costs

Reykjavík

Iceland

178929 - 290400 ISK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Design and New Environments.

Available Scholarships

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