MA/MS in Design and Applied Arts

The Master of Design is a professional degree lasting three semesters, co-offered by the engineering and environmental design colleges. It prepares graduates for creative and technical roles designing products, services, and environments using emerging technologies, mixing technical depth with design thinking and community-minded practice. Applications go through the Berkeley Graduate Division for Fall entry, with a published deadline of January 6, 2027. GRE scores are not required. The department makes admission decisions after it reviews each completed application. The program is administered by Design Innovation at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Graduate Division listing links to department contacts and further program information. Prospective students should also consult the department website for faculty research areas, course requirements, funding details, and any supplementary application materials before they submit an application to the university.