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PhD Transition Design at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

Doctoral programme developing design leaders able to realise systems-level change toward more just, equitable and sustainable futures across food, water, products, policy, culture, economy and cities.

Faculty: College of Fine Arts  |  Department: School of Design  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Year 1 taught core (Design Theory and Practice, Teaching Design, Ecological Worldview and related courses), then a self-defined research project with an advisory committee in years 2-4.

Career pathways

Academic posts, nonprofits, business and government; recent graduates have gone to universities and technology firms.

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Application information

Entry requirements

International students study in residence in Pittsburgh for all four years; domestic students complete year 1 in person and may continue with low residency in years 2-4. See the School of Design doctoral admissions page for materials.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 4 years

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