Master of Fine Arts in Trans-disciplinary Design
Introduction
Master of Fine Arts in Trans-disciplinary Design is a Masters program taught at American University of Sharjah, UAE. Intake: fall semester. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The Master of Fine Arts in Trans-disciplinary Design (MFA-TRD) is a full-time, studio-driven graduate program offered by the College of Architecture, Art and Design at American University of Sharjah. It integrates studio practice, critical theory, design research, and emerging technologies. Students work across disciplines to research complex societal, environmental, and technological challenges, then develop and test design concepts and translate insights into human-centered, sustainable responses.
Students use design, science, culture, and technology to produce prototypes, systems, and design interventions. The program requires 57 credit hours and includes a thesis with an option for an industry-integrated capstone. Electives include AI and Big Data, Circular Economy, Advanced UX, Social Innovation and Design Leadership. The cohort size is 12 students per cohort, with mentorship through regular feedback, reviews, and collaborative studio discussions.
Modules
- Research Thesis
- Industry-Integrated Capstone
- AI and Big Data
- Circular Economy
- Advanced UX
- Social Innovation and Design Leadership
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Fine Arts in Trans-disciplinary Design at American University of Sharjah for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by American University of Sharjah.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by American University of Sharjah as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Fine Arts in Trans-disciplinary Design.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Admission to the MFA-TRD is offered each fall semester and follows the university's general admission requirements for graduate studies. Applicants should demonstrate creativity, curiosity and interest in design research.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.aus.edu/caad/department-of-art-and-design/master-of-fine-arts-in-trans-disciplinary-design
More Information
- Design and Innovation Leadership
- Experience and Futures Design
- Creative Strategy and Consulting
- Social Innovation and Public Impact
- Cultural and Creative Industries
- Design Entrepreneurship
- Research, Academia, and Thought Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Practice
- AI and Technology-Driven Design
Scholarships
9 fully funded scholarships are listed for UAE. See UAE scholarships.