Program Overview
The Design Art Science at Donghua University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 30 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Design Art Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 30 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 3,781 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Shanghai, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design Art Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Fashion Design Theory and Application
- Dyeing-Weaving Art Design Theory and Application
- Environment Art Design Theory and Application
- Visual Communication Art Design Theory and Application
- Product System Design and Research
- Digital Art Design Theory and Application
- Public Art Design and Research
- Product Development and Design
- Dying Apparel History and Fashion Innovation
- Fashion and Textile DesignCooperated with Institute of European Design, Italy
- Interior DesignCooperated with Institute of European Design, Italy
- Packaging DesignCooperated with Institute of European Design, Italy
- Industrial DesignCooperated with Institute of European Design, Italy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Eligibility: To be eligible, applicants must:
1) be a non-Chinese citizen in good health.
2) be a masters degree holder under the age of 45 when applying for doctoral programs.
3) be a bachelors degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for masters programs.
4) be a high school graduate under the age of 35 when applying for bachelors programs.
5) be a master or above degree holder under the age of 50 when applying for postgraduate courses as an advanced scholar.
6) be in the second year or above undergraduate grade in a university and under the age of 45 when applying for undergraduate courses as a general scholar
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,781 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 3,781 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Donghua University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Donghua University
Donghua University
Shanghai, China
Donghua University(DHU,东华大学) is apublic universityinShanghai, China. It is affiliated with theMinistry of Education. The university is part of theDouble First-Class ConstructionandProject 211.
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 30 months
