Program Overview
The Industrial Design at North Carolina State University is a Master 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 Industrial Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,305 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,044 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Raleigh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Industrial 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
- Studio
- Materials & Processes I
- Design Methods
- Materials & Processes II
- Industrial Design Project Preparation
- Final Project Studio
- Special Topics
- Undergraduate Studio
- Intermediated Digital Design Processes
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
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).
Admission Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 GPA from all previous study at the college level.
- GRE scores are required for some majors and/or tracks. Please review the appropriate application requirements for selected major.
- Acceptable minimum TOEFL score (combined score of 80 and at least 18 on each individual component) OR acceptable minimum IELTS score (overall band score of at least 6.5 in each individual component) for international students. No waiver for students whose previous study was in a US institution.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,305 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,044 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,305 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,044 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact North Carolina State 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 North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, United States
North Carolina State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2005-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
