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Master of Design (M.Des)

Master of Design (M.Des) is a postgraduate degree awarded in the field of Design. M.Des programs usually last for around two years, and combine creativity with professional skills in preparing candidates for a career in design.

Course Overview:

Recognition: Globally Recognized

Duration: 2-3 years, depending on University

Grading and Assessment: Varies based on country and university

 

Global Differences:

Although the Master of Design degree is offered as a two-year program in most universities, some differ in their offerings.

For instance, Royal Academy of Arts (Netherlands), University of Dundee (Scotland) are some universities that offer the M.Des degree at the end of a one-year program instead.

Eligibility:

The Master of Design degree usually follows a Bachelor in Design or another equivalent Bachelor’s degree, as decided by the admitting institution.

Why Do a Master of Design/Is it Right for you?

A Master of Design course is an apt choice for those looking to build a career in the various sub-fields of design. It combines creative, professional and technical skills in a highly fulfilling combination for the interested. An M.Des program will equip you to meet the cultural and societal needs in design and develop media, designs and material to perform a certain function or elicit the requisite sensation. You could set up your own design consultancy having completed an M.Des program, or work for a firm.

In choosing the degree that is correct for you, ask yourself the following questions:

Subjects: What subjects do you wish to study? Does the theory and practice of design hold up as interesting fields of study for you?

Curriculum: Review the course content and teaching style thoroughly and ask yourself whether it is what you wish to learn.

Career Options: Does the degree put you on a path to realizing your career aspirations? Do you wish to be working in the field of Design?

Entry Requirements: Do you have the appropriate entry requirements? E.g: Work experience or appropriate undergraduate degree.

Interests: Do your interests lie in the field of Design? Does the prospect of combining critical thinking with creative skills interest you?

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