Design - MFA

The MFA Design operates across a range of design disciplines and methodological approaches and contexts. The programme addresses a range of individual Design disciplines – Product, Communication, Body & Environment alongside Applied Design Materiality. It combines core taught elements in research and critical studies, with advanced studio practice. The aim of the MFA is to create a design culture that thrives on new ideas, new ways of doing things and new areas of exploration. We encourage our students to experiment and take risks in order to carve new understandings of Design and make technical innovations within, and across disciplines. The MFA Design offers new thinking and approaches that are delivered through a wide range of Design methodologies.

Building on the knowledge and skills developed at undergraduate level, students on the MFA Design will encounter new contexts in which to develop their skillset and deepen their knowledge of their chosen design discipline – through practice, research and critical reflection. Modules include Commercial Engagement, Design Rationale, Design for Change, and Design Materiality as well as a Cross-Discipline Elective. Students will complete taught studio projects each semester culminating in a 20 credit Major Studio Project at the end of Year 2. On completion of Year 2, students will have amassed 120 ECTS.