Master of Fine Arts in Industrial Design Online
Program Description
Diversification within the Industrial Design graduate curriculum allows for concentrations in
transportation, product and furniture design. Graduate studies courses hone the graduate student's
mastery of industrial design materials, developmental drawing. 3D model-making and construction
practices. Graduate students will work on independent and group projects under technical and
creative guidance from professional faculty.
The program emphasizes the identification and resolution of design problems and the nurturing of
creativity and innovation. Graduate students will achieve expert skills in digital technology, and
problem solving. The graduate student is encouraged and guided by professionals and faculty in the
achievement of an individually conceived Final Project. This project will incorporate the graduate
student's personal creativity, through analysis of design, concept, aesthetic perspective, and
human factor, and upon approval by the Final Review committee, will have the opportunity to be
exhibited publicly.
The Master of Fine Arts requires completion of 78 semester units.
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Graduate
Admissions.
Required Courses
Click on the link below to see degree requirements. Each course listed carries 3 semester units
of credit, unless otherwise noted.
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Degree
Requirements
*International Students who will NOT pursue optional practical training in the U.S. may
substitute this class for another GS Elective under advisement
NOTE: While most online classes in this degree can be completed on either a MAC or PC, a few
classes in this degree require software that is only available for a PC computer.
Please coordinate with your Advisor on the hardware requirements for each degree
program.
Course Schedule
The Academy of Art University makes its best effort to post an accurate projected schedule;
however, due to unforeseen circumstances, the course schedule may change. Please check the schedule
link below:
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View Online Course Catalog/Schedule
Admissions Requirements
The requirements for all Academy of Art University MFA programs are as follows:
1) Proof of graduation from a BA or BFA program (or the equivalent in another country, i.e.
official college transcripts)
2) A portfolio representing the student's work in the area of study for which the student is
applying
3) A letter of intent that explains why the prospect wants to take on the MFA program
4) A resume and letters of recommendation
Contact
If you have any additional questions, please contact:
> Online:
Request Information , or
call
> Telephone: 1.800.544.ARTS
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