Program Overview
The Design Studies at The New School 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 Studies 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design Studies 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
- Discourses in Design
- Design for This Century: Lecture
- Design for This Century: Recitation
- Electives (2)
- Research and Methods
- Design Studies Elective
- Elective (2)
- Writing for the Public Realm
- Capstone 1
- Elective
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Required application materials
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,680 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The New School 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 The New School
The New School
Manhattan, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
