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Design
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Design master’s programme is a comprehensive academic field that explores the development of aesthetically and functionally grounded solutions responding to contemporary social, cultural, and economic needs. The programme integrates visual communication, spatial organization, graphic expression, and conceptual creativity, forming the methodological foundations of professional design practice.
The curriculum provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills by examining the historical development of design, contemporary design trends, and visual languages across different cultures. Particular emphasis is placed on the systematic organization of the design process—from initial sketching and concept development to final presentation. Students learn how to develop design concepts, visually and textually justify their ideas, and balance technical and aesthetic considerations.
Research-based approaches are also an essential component of the programme. Students develop skills in problem identification, hypothesis formulation, and analytical evaluation of design solutions. The programme also emphasizes the use of modern digital technologies and professional software tools for producing visual materials, infographics, and multimedia content, enabling effective communication of design ideas.
The programme follows a human-centered design approach, taking into account user behavior, psychological and ergonomic factors, social and cultural contexts, and functional requirements. In addition, issues such as environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, responsible material selection, and social responsibility are considered key components of the design process.
Furthermore, the programme develops competencies in project management, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional communication, and academic ethics, creating a systematic academic platform that supports both the conceptual depth and practical application of design activities.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Design master’s programme is a comprehensive academic field that explores the development of aesthetically and functionally grounded solutions responding to contemporary social, cultural, and economic needs. The programme integrates visual communication, spatial organization, graphic expression, and conceptual creativity, forming the methodological foundations of professional design practice.
The curriculum provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills by examining the historical development of design, contemporary design trends, and visual languages across different cultures. Particular emphasis is placed on the systematic organization of the design process—from initial sketching and concept development to final presentation. Students learn how to develop design concepts, visually and textually justify their ideas, and balance technical and aesthetic considerations.
Research-based approaches are also an essential component of the programme. Students develop skills in problem identification, hypothesis formulation, and analytical evaluation of design solutions. The programme also emphasizes the use of modern digital technologies and professional software tools for producing visual materials, infographics, and multimedia content, enabling effective communication of design ideas.
The programme follows a human-centered design approach, taking into account user behavior, psychological and ergonomic factors, social and cultural contexts, and functional requirements. In addition, issues such as environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, responsible material selection, and social responsibility are considered key components of the design process.
Furthermore, the programme develops competencies in project management, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional communication, and academic ethics, creating a systematic academic platform that supports both the conceptual depth and practical application of design activities.
Tuition fees
Domestic
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