Program Overview
The Design at Koc University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Turkey and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design 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
- Research Practicum
- Interdisciplinary Research Methods
- Design Thinking For Interactivity:
- Usability Measurement Methods
- Media and Visual Arts Project
- Sociology Of Communication And Information
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Children\x92s Books
- Philosophy of Technology
- Video Game Studies
- The City in Visual Culture
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Koc 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 Koc University
Koc University
Sarıyer, Turkey
Koc University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2023-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-13
- Language English
- Duration 24 months