The Master in Design Studies (MDes) from Harvard University is a rigorous program that addresses the most pressing and complex design challenges of our time. It equips students with advanced analytical and practical skills to develop innovative solutions, fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration to impact societal, environmental, and cultural issues.

  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
  • 2 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹50,77,644/Year

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Program Overview

The Master in Design Studies (MDes) from Harvard University is a rigorous program that addresses the most pressing and complex design challenges of our time. It equips students with advanced analytical and practical skills to develop innovative solutions, fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration to impact societal, environmental, and cultural issues.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

TOEFL®

104.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-09-01

Apply before 2026-01-01

Program Start

Sep-26

Programme Structure

Courses include: Ecologies Mediums Narratives Publics Design Studies Narratives, Publics, and Mediums

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL®
104.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit their academic transcripts, request three professional or academic recommendation letters, and provide GRE scores if applicable. Additionally, candidates should prepare a comprehensive resume, craft a compelling personal essay, and submit a portfolio if required or optional. Payment of the application fee is also necessary to complete the process.

Course Fees

₹50,77,644/Year
Annual Fee

2 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

Harvard University Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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