MA in Design for a Circular Economy
A master’s programme reimagining design to transition from linear to circular systems.
Best for:Best for designers, artists, and interdisciplinary thinkers with a passion for sustainability and circular economy principles.
Overview
This master’s programme at the National College of Art & Design (NCAD) focuses on redesigning materials, products, services, and systems to adopt circular economy principles. Students will engage in interdisciplinary design practices, exploring sustainability, environmental impact, and innovative solutions. The curriculum blends theoretical study with hands-on projects, encouraging applicants to propose creative, practice-based approaches. Ideal for designers, artists, and thinkers seeking to drive systemic change through design. The programme is open to both recent graduates and professionals with relevant experience.
What you'll do
- Develop innovative design solutions that align with circular economy principles.
- Engage in interdisciplinary projects addressing sustainability challenges.
- Conduct research and propose practice-based design interventions.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to explore systemic design approaches.
- Present and defend design proposals through written and visual documentation.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field, with a minimum of 2nd class honours (2.2).
Degree offered: MA in Design for a Circular Economy
Language: English; proficiency demonstrated via IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent (details available on NCAD’s website).
Instruction: English
- Proven ability in design practice or related creative fields.
- Experience in conceptualizing and executing design projects.
- Strong written and visual communication skills for design proposals.
- Applicants currently completing an undergraduate degree may apply for a conditional offer.
- Applicants without a 2nd class honours degree may be considered based on prior work or learning experience (RPEL).
- No age restrictions, but applicants must meet academic or professional experience criteria.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit a Statement of Interest (500-1500 words), a CV, certified transcripts, degree certificates, an academic or employer reference, and a portfolio or evidence of previous work via the NCAD online application portal. Portfolio submissions can include online links or uploaded documents showcasing relevant projects.
- Statement of Interest (500-1500 words)
- Recent CV
- Certified transcripts of previous programmes
- Certified copies of degree certificates
- Academic or employer reference
- Portfolio or evidence of previous work (online link or document)
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