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MDes Communication Design at University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas, United States

Programme overview

A two-year programme preparing designers to involve communities in participatory design that yields equitable and sustainable solutions, with research-led work in information, product and service ecosystems.

Faculty: Graduate School  |  Department: School of Art  |  Duration: Two years, 60 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States

What you will study

33 hours of graduate studios, 12 hours of seminars, 9 hours of special topics in communication design and 6 hours of approved electives. A one-year non-degree Foundational Year is available for applicants with interdisciplinary backgrounds.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree in graphic design or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Via SlideRoom: personal statement, experience reflection, resume/CV, portfolio of 8-10 projects, unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation, TOEFL/IELTS/PTE if necessary. GRE not required. Fall deadline January 15. GPA minimum not stated.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer sessions.

Graduate School application deadlines: August 1 for fall, December 1 for spring, April 15 for summer sessions; some departments set earlier deadlines. The application fee is $60 for new applicants; $30 for returning UA graduate students.

Law (JD): priority application deadline April 15, with rolling review after that date; admission is for the full-time program in the fall.

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