Overview

Asynchronous coursework offers flexibility while occasional synchronous meetings allow for community-building with fellow students, faculty, and visiting experts. Course activities may include readings, videos, discussions, projects, team work, and critiques. Small class sizes encourage collaboration and personal attention from experienced faculty.

As a master's student in Sustainable Design, you will:

Explore current sustainability theories and frameworks.

Practice innovative sustainable design tools and techniques through project-based assignments.

Experience collaborative design and creative leadership.

Develop systems thinking, critical thinking, research, writing, problem-solving, and visual-presentation skills.

Build a web-based portfolio of your coursework.

Complete a cutting-edge, sustainability-focused thesis project and presentation.

Gain actionable knowledge that keeps you and your organization at the forefront of this increasingly important field.

Engage with an international network of sustainability professionals and supportive MCAD alumni.

Career

There are many paths to explore with a Master's in Sustainable Design from Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Potential careers include:

Eco Fashion Designer

Sustainable Packaging Designer

Green Business Marketer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Systems Thinking

Creative Leadership

Graduate Sustainability Practicum

Making the Business Case for Sustainability

The Practice of Sustainable Design

Collaborative Product Design

Innovation Tools and Techniques

Biomimetic Design

Visual Communications for Sustainability

Packaging Sustainability

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 32 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

MA students must hold an undergraduate degree before enrolling.

Application Form

Official College Transcripts

Two letters of recommendation that attest to your creative ability, self-discipline, academic record, and commitment to your intended area of study. Letters should be from academic mentors, instructors, advisors, or professional supervisors, clients, or employers.

Personal Statement: List your top three career goals. How do you expect this MA in sustainable design to help you achieve your professional goals? What has been your experience with the process of design? Present an example of your past engagement in the field of sustainable design. How did this experience influence your perspective on your role as a sustainable designer?

Resume

Proof of English Proficiency

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

11126 USD / year

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Out-of-State

11126 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11126 USD / year

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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