Design for Change
Institute of Art Design & Technology
- Course code
- DL934
- Level
- Level 9
- Award
- Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
- Classification
- Major
- Awarding body
- Institute of Art Design and Technology
- Duration
- 3 Semesters over 14 months. Semesters 1-2: 17th September 2026 - April 2027. Semester 3: September 2027 - January 2028. Blended delivery: Wednesdays 7pm–9pm (online) + Thursdays 12pm-5.30pm (in-person and online). 30 Credits per Semester. Conferring for this programme takes place in Spring, after the final Semester.
Programme summary
Our MA in Design for Change aims to give designers and non-designers alike an in-depth knowledge of integrated design strategies and the skills to leverage design in the pursuit of meaningful change towards creating sustainable futures
Entry requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements Undergraduate qualification of 2nd Class Honours or higher at Honours Degree level. Applicants may be considered provided they can demonstrate Honours Degree equivalence, which can be verified through our RPL (recognition of prior learning) process. Some prior experience in a cognate discipline is desirable. Advanced Entry Requirements Entry to an advanced stage of the MA Programme is available via two pathways: (i) Successful candidates of approved Access/Feeder Programmes (AFPs). (ii) Applicants may be considered for advanced entry through a combination of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and relevant Industry Experience in the discipline area. Please contact IADT Admissions for further information on advanced entry. International Students We welcome international students to IADT. To learn how to apply as an International student please see " International Students" below.
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