Design (MFA, Design Studies) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 60
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 16
- Degree
- master
The Design (MFA, Design Studies) study plan at VCUarts Qatar is an accredited master programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 60 credit hours across 16 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DESI 510 | Materials and Methods Studio | 3 |
| DESI 511 | Studio in Digital Design and Fabrication Technology | 3 |
| DESI 520 | Design Research Methodologies | 3 |
| DESI 611 | Design Studio One | 6 |
Level 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DESI 512 | Studio in Visual Communications | 3 |
| DESI 601 | Interdisciplinary Design Seminar | 3 |
| DESI 612 | Design Studio Two | 6 |
| DESI ELEC1 | Approved Studio Elective Elective | 3 |
Level 3 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DESI 605 | Design Strategies and Ethics for Business | 3 |
| DESI 613 | Design Studio Three | 6 |
| DESI 620 | Design Thesis Research and Formulation | 3 |
| DESI ELEC2 | Approved Studio Elective Elective | 3 |
Level 4 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DESI 621 | Design Research Studio: Leadership and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| DESI 630 | Teaching Practicum in Design Elective | 3 |
| DESI 631 | Design Internship Elective | 3 |
| DESI 690 | Thesis Studio | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Design (MFA, Design Studies)
How many credit hours is Design (MFA, Design Studies) at VCUarts Qatar?
Design (MFA, Design Studies) at VCUarts Qatar requires completing 60 credit hours to graduate, spread across 16 courses.
How many years is Design (MFA, Design Studies) at VCUarts Qatar?
The study plan for Design (MFA, Design Studies) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Design (MFA, Design Studies) award?
Design (MFA, Design Studies) at VCUarts Qatar awards a Master's degree after completing 60 credit hours.