346 Design MA Degree Programs

This flexible project-based postgraduate course is open to artists and designers wishing to develop fresh assumptions for their creative practice by means of innovative, practice-based, research-driven approaches to creative enquiry. Informed by a spirit of interdisciplinary experimentation, and underpinned by conceptual understanding, MA Art & Design promotes awareness of the value-informed nature of leading-edge contemporary art and design.   

Our master's degree in communication design at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a modern study program that combines creativity and critical analysis of contemporary media with the latest industry tools. Students will be equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in exciting careers within a range of design roles.

As the only program of its kind in the United States, the Master of Arts in Game Design drives students to stretch their capacities as designers, developers, consumers, and game administrators and apply that to their unique fields of interest. Students bring to the program their own experiences—whether in politics, science, art, history, marketing, or international studies—and can choose from multidisciplinary courses across our schools of communication, business, and arts.

Our MA Urban Design programme is jointly delivered by the Welsh School of Architecture and the School of Geography and Planning. The goal of this programme is to enable practitioners and scholars to transform the field of urban design through critical thinking and creative practice. Urban design is transdisciplinary, straddling professional fields such as architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning and public policy, and also disciplines such as politics, economics, sociology and cultural studies.

MA Design is a research-led practice programme that challenges current conventions of thinking, making, and communicating.

Our online MA Interior Design will empower you with the advanced knowledge and skills you need to firmly establish yourself as a successful creative interior designer. Study at your own pace with our part-time online interior design course while you master what it takes to create buildings, environments and spaces that are innovative, inspiring, and successfully address both current and future sustainability challenges. Delivered by renowned experts in interior design, our MA Interior Design will challenge you to think outside of the box and take your creativity to its limits and beyond, unleashing your potential as a professional interior designer.

The MA in Interaction Design is a one-year full-time master's taught in NCAD. The course teaches fundamental approaches, methods and tools related to the design of digital products, experiences, systems and services, focusing on users and the context of use. The MA is studio-based with students engaging in lectures, seminars, workshops, fieldwork and independent and group projects. The studio environment is an essential component, fostering collaborative and peer-to-peer learning. The programme focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of Interaction Design, covering topics ranging from human-computer interaction and psychology to product design and experience prototyping.

The boundaries between design, visual communication and visual arts practices are becoming increasingly blurred. Our MA Design encourages a healthy interplay of work and ideas between disciplines. This is a practical design course, grounded in professional development and research. We encourage you to work independently and collaboratively alongside students of curation, graphic design, photography, illustration, and other Design and Fine Art specialisms to build a strong professional and critical context for your practice.

The program in MA in Interior and Spatial design trains interior design artists to implement aesthetic, functional, and psychological aspects of a given space or space. Graduates will possess essential technical knowledge, and artistic skills, and have an understanding and thorough knowledge of the design thought process and their importance during the planning procedure. They also acquire primary manufacturing-, production processes, and their conditions. Students gain both practical and professional experiences throughout the course of their studies and are prepared to pursue their education in the doctoral program if they wish.

The purpose of the MA in Design (Graphic Design) is to educate and train researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level. The Master’s Degree is earned by completing a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation.

The purpose of the MA in Design (Interior Design) is to educate and train researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level. The Master’s degree is earned by completing a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation.

MA Design Innovation considers how design acts as a catalyst for innovation, leading to new products, services and user experiences. It focusses on design thinking approaches, to address contemporary societal and business challenges to develop a rich understanding of where design can add value. It will provide you with the skills to strategically apply design to solve complex problems in the global market.

Create incredible spaces. Kingston University’s Interior Design MA will give you the knowledge and skills you need to seize vibrant opportunities in the diverse interior design industry. Recent graduates have progressed to roles in interior, space and production design, as well as visual merchandise, exhibitions and more.

Our new MA in Design for Social Innovation is a unique program that combines design thinking with social entrepreneurship to empower students to develop innovative solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges. Join us and learn how to use design to drive a positive impact in your community and beyond. The MA in Design for Social Innovation brings together experts from design, social innovation, and entrepreneurship and a global cohort of learners.

Take your creativity to the next level with Kingston University’s Graphic Design MA. Refine your skills, explore innovative concepts and develop a professional portfolio. Elevate your design expertise with this postgraduate course, combining creativity, industry insight and cutting-edge technology. 

The MA Interior Architecture and Design explores the emerging symbiotic relationship between 'interior design' and 'interior architecture' in comprehending, crafting, and implementing innovative interior spaces.

Kingston University’s Sustainable Design MA will help you channel your creativity towards building a more sustainable, inclusive and equitable society. Studying this masters in Sustainable Design will give you the critical thinking skills and practical experience you need to succeed in further study or employment.

BSBI, in collaboration with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), offers the MA User Experience Design programme, a transformative 18-month course designed to elevate research capabilities and provide professionals with the skills to thrive in the rapidly evolving field of user experience design.