Master of Arts HES-SO in Design
A practice-oriented Master's programme in Design offered jointly by ECAL and HEAD-Genève within an international context.
Best for:Best for creative graduates seeking advanced, practice-based training in design within a multi-institutional Swiss framework.
Overview
The Master of Arts HES-SO in Design is a professionalising programme that aligns with contemporary standards and the global context of the design field. Jointly offered by ECAL and HEAD-Genève, the curriculum provides distinct orientations across both institutions to foster specialised skills and cross-disciplinary competencies. Students benefit from the complementary strengths of the partner schools, their respective departments, and research institutes. The programme also leverages an extensive network of European and international academic and corporate partnerships to enrich teaching and research.
What you'll do
- Participate in specialised design studio courses and workshops
- Develop independent design projects and a master's thesis
- Engage in cross-disciplinary collaborations across partner schools
- Contribute to research initiatives connected to institutional partnerships
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in design or a related field
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English, French
Instruction: English, French
- Demonstrated proficiency in design principles and practices
- Strong creative and conceptual development abilities
- Portfolio of relevant design work
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How to apply
Interested applicants should submit their application through the official HES-SO portal by following the guidelines provided on the programme website.
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