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MFA Programme in Design, 120 hec

The main focus of the programme is to further develop your creative and artistic skills by finding design solutions to complex and challenging issues, in particular where social implications are important. Practical projects, self-directed or guided by a preset theme, are at the core of your studies. The atmosphere of the programme is explorative and experimental. We encourage curiosity and an open mind in defining projects. You will be part of an ongoing discussion that critically investigates how artefacts communicate meaning through design and how users and other stakeholders make sense of artefacts. We will explore new ideas of how designers can work to promote changes for a sustainable development. You will also engage in current issues through public exhibition projects and collaborate with fellow students as well as with external partners. The programme has a holistic approach to design and includes students from various design backgrounds, e.g. product design, industrial design, graphic design and interior design.

More information

http://www.hdk.gu.se

Entrance requirements and application

Entrance Requirements:

To qualify you will need a Bachelor´s degree in Design of at least 180 higher education credits. Applicants must prove knowledge in English B level or English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 no part under 5.5 or TOEFL Paper-based Score of 4.5 (scale 1-6) in written test, total score of 575 p or Internet-based Score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test, total score of 90. This requirement does not apply to students with a Bachelor´s degree from an English speaking University, or to students having passed English level B at Swedish/Nordic Upper Secondary School.

Selection:

At the latest January 15, you have to register on-line at www.universityadmissions.se and send all required documents to University Admissions according to the instructions on www.universityadmissions.se In order to process your application; you will also have to submit a portfolio/CV/letters of intent for this programme. Please notice, that we only accept digital portfolios/CV/letters of intent. You are supposed to upload your portfolio on HDK s web-platform according to specific instructions for each programme. For further instructions about how to make your portfolio and a link to the platform, please check www.hdk.gu.se for each programme. Applicants will be selected after evaluation of all material. Interviews are conducted if considered necessary.