Design and Technology
Master of Arts

The Master of Arts in Design and Technology is a one-year, 30-credit graduate program that integrates technology with advanced design practices. Students explore methodologies, research-driven processes, and hands-on studio work to create innovative, impactful projects in areas such as graphic design, game design, interior design, product design, and architecture. This program prepares designers to lead at the intersection of creativity and technology, advancing their expertise to address complex challenges in their fields. The program is designed for recent graduates and professionals and includes a streamlined 4+1 pathway for LTU undergraduates. The program features a flexible hybrid learning format that combines in-person studio work with online components to accommodate diverse learning needs and professional schedules.

Admission Requirements

Note: This program begins in the summer semester and requires a full cohort in order to run.

Minimum requirements for admission to the program are:

• Have completed a Bachelor’s or higher degree in Architecture, Communication Design, Experience Design, Game Design, Graphic Design, Industrial/Product Design, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or another closely related field from a NASAD, CIDA, or NAAB-accredited program or international equivalent.
• Have excellent academic credentials with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Have submitted a completed application packet to Graduate Admissions by the appropriate deadline.
• Have met university requirements for demonstration of English proficiency (international students).

The application packet must include:

• A portfolio that demonstrates creative and technical proficiency relevant to design and technology.
• Submit a written statement outlining a proposed thesis direction and personal goals for graduate study.

For specific program questions, contact the Chair of Design, Philip Plowright, at pplowrigh@ltu.edu.

Total Semester Credit Hours: 30