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Overview
We have deep roots in information and communication Design, and our graduates enjoy access to a rich variety of career options.Our program framework acknowledges the social and natural worlds as the greater context for all design problems. Through coursework and research, our graduate students learn a rigorous process for documenting, analyzing, and understanding the past and present—in order to propose more desirable systems and interactions for the future.We encourage students to take a broad view of design and engage in radical invention as they become active creators of a better future.
Apply design research in your area of interest.
A unique feature of the MDes program at the Carnegie Mellon University is the thesis, an independent research and design project you’ll complete with your faculty advisor as mentor. You might choose to investigate emerging design opportunities in computing or communication technology, or define a topic in design for services or design for social innovation.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Seminar: Interaction & Service Design Concepts
- Communication Design Studio: Theory & Practice
- Studio: Research Based Design for Interactions
- Design Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 102
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Design Visual Arts View 614 other Masters in Design in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 102
Other requirements
General requirements
All prospective students must submit an online application that includes:
- A statement of intent
- Letters of recommendation
- TOEFL/IELTS scores where applicable (scores must be less than two years old. Or the Duolingo online English proficiency exam for students
- Official transcripts
- A link to your portfolio
- A one-minute video
- Your admissions fee
Tuition Fee
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International
46690 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 46690 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
46690 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 46690 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Pittsburgh
1148 - 1944 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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