Master of Design
INTO Group - University of Massachusetts Amherst
USA,Massachusetts
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24 Months
Duration
CAD 36,803/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 85
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
USA, Massachusetts
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1863
Total Students: 32,229 +
Int. Students: 390 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Amherst, MA 01003, United States
Master of Design
Program Overview
The Master of Design is an advanced degree in architecture and design, designed for mid-career professionals seeking further study of a particular area of technical or scholarly interest, or new graduate students who do not seek a professional architecture degree but, rather, advanced interdisciplinary study in architecture and related fields. The interdisciplinary program introduces students to knowledge in a specialized area as well as to modes of research/practice in architecture, design, and related disciplines. It also provides mid-career professionals, as well as graduates with degrees in fields related to architecture (such as history or engineering) the opportunity to pursue advanced architectural design and scholarship.
The degree is a 36-credit-hour (minimum) intensive course of study, developed in consultation with the Graduate Program Director for Master of Design students and faculty in the student's area of interest. The program requires each student to develop a research focus that draws from disciplines and departments across the university and the Five Colleges, working in concert with the Program Director, the Graduate Program Director and/or a faculty member who is the student’s designated advisor. The program, designed as a terminal degree, should take a full-time student four semesters. Some exceptionally well-prepared students may be able to transfer in up to six credits of previous course work, and finish the program in three semesters. Funding opportunities are limited, and most students should be financially able to complete the program without relying on assistantships.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 85 Tuition Fee
CAD 36,803 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in INTO Group - University of Massachusetts Amherst
CAD 14,500 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
