The MA in Interdisciplinary Design program encourages students to challenge and explore conventional boundaries of various art and design disciplines, borrowing and experimenting creatively. Interdisciplinary methodologies are investigated and applied aiming in the advancement and development of new and novel design discourses. The program encourages and respects critical theory as well as in depth understanding of material and the practice of making. Furthermore it offers a close relation with the professional industry and provides opportunities for collaboration on real life local and international projects.
The program is anchored in the area of Design, allowing each individual student to follow the areas of expertise provided by two major streams, which reflect the needs of upcoming new industries:
In the steam of Creative Practice for Applied Design students will be introduced to space and form alternatives, curatorial and displaying practices, object and materiality issues, installation and art aesthetics. In the stream of Creative Practice for Communication Design students will be introduced to new media, moving image, animation and web design, alternative visualizing methods, interactivity and materiality issues. In both cases students will be also introduced to the technologies that precede these topics. Students attending both streams will have the opportunity to work on real life projects, work and co-operate with active professionals from the design industry, deliver projects for clients coming from the public or private sector, as well as investigate their professional opportunities in a network of design related individuals, agencies and industries.
Furthermore, research will be promoted by means of encouraging the development of collaboration between the university and other academic and social partners on a local, regional (Mediterranean) and international level. The establishment of such networks is critical in acquiring experience, achieving effective exploitation of research results, resulting in good practice examples and innovation.
The program aspires to bring together students from diverse backgrounds that will have the opportunity to interact and develop skills necessary to envision a rapidly growing interdisciplinary culture.
Committing to a balanced input of theory and practice, the program fosters professional initiative, self-motivation and ambition, desire for positive social change, cultural responsibility and environmental ethics as well as imaginative, out-of-the-box creativity.
Tailored to the individual needs and skills of the students, the program gives them the opportunity to develop creatively, to find new experimental applications of their ideas and meet their individual aspirations. Through a series of self initiated projects and personal tutorials the students are enabled to develop their creative identity and individuality. In doing so students are encouraged in bringing into context their real life experiences, skills and practice.
The vision of the MA program is to motivate, inspire and encourage students to approach design through non-conventional understandings, beyond predictable applications and expectations of what design might be and push the development into new forms and applications borrowing expertise from graphic, interior and media design as well as the fine arts. The program aspires for students to explore that area between design and art which will grand them the opportunity to develop their thinking, ideas and even their personalities beyond conventional standards.
The specific goals of the program are:
The language of instruction is English.
The majority of the employment opportunities lie within the local creative industries. Graduates from the MA Interdisciplinary Design will go into managerial creative posts such as Creative Coordinators, Design Managers or Art Directors in Graphic Design agencies, Interior Architecture, Art and Design related posts, as well as the media and will be working towards hybrid forms of visual and social research and creative production.
The student must successfully complete 69 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
1 | MID501 | RESEARCH METHODS | 5 | 3 |
2 | MID502 | ADVANCED RESEARCH APPLICATIONS | 8 | 3 |
3 | MID503 | DESIGN MANAGEMENT | 5 | 3 |
4 | MID504 | DESIGN PRACTICES | 8 | 0 + 5 |
5 | MID505 | VISUAL AND CRITICAL STUDIES | 5 | 0 + 3 |
6 | MID506 | DESIGN STUDIES | 8 | 5 |
7 | MMM517 | MASTERS DISSERTATION | 30 | 0 |
Elective Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 21 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
1 | MID507 | DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP | 4 | 3 |
2 | MID508 | IMAGE AND DISPLAY | 7 | 0 + 4 |
3 | MID509 | ADVANCED VISUAL COMMUNICATION | 6 | 0 + 3 |
4 | MID510 | ONLINE DIGITAL COMMUNICATION | 5 | 0 + 3 |
5 | MID511 | NEW MEDIA | 6 | 0 + 3 |
6 | MID512 | FORM AND CONCEPT | 7 | 0 + 4 |
7 | MID513 | DESIGN APPLICATIONS | 6 | 0 + 3 |
8 | MID514 | SPACE AND DISPLAY | 7 | 0 + 4 |
9 | MID515 | EXPERIMENTAL SPACES | 7 | 0 + 4 |
10 | MID516 | NEW MATERIAL RELATIONS | 5 | 0 + 3 |
The Program is based on the ECTS credit accumulation mode of study. Students can be awarded the Master of Art in Interdisciplinary Design upon completion of 90 credits. From these credits, 39 are allocated for mandatory courses, 21 are allocated for elective courses and 30 are allocated for the dissertation.
Module Group | ECTS |
Required Courses | 69 |
Elective Courses | 21 |
TOTAL | 90 |
Candidates for a master degree must submit a recognized bachelor degree or qualification deemed to be equivalent to degree level as well as the official transcripts (grade reports) of their first-degree studies. In addition, there could be special requirements for various master programs.
Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semesters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either during the last week of September or the first week of February. Candidates may submit an application for admission in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment. Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could be provided within the summer period.
Candidates who are nationals of EU countries can enter Cyprus as visitors. On arrival at Frederick University they must submit to the Admission Office the following:
Furthermore, they must pay the registration fee, the semester tuition fees, and register for subjects. Next they must apply to the Migration Department for a temporary residence permit. The application to the Migration Department must be supported by evidence that they have paid their tuition fees for the semester, have enough funds for their initial living expenses and have obtained local health insurance coverage.
B. Applicants from non EU countries
International Students from non EU countries need to have a valid student visa in order to be allowed to enter Cyprus. The issue of an entry visa takes about 6 weeks from the date of the submission of the application. It is therefore recommended that candidates submit their application at least 8 weeks before the beginning of the semester. Cyprus Migration Department requirements in respect of the issue of a student visa, which from time to time may be modified, are available to candidates in a separate document.
Applicants are requested to contact the Office of Admissions to receive information and guidance regarding the proper documentation and formalities to be followed.
Personal interviews are not normally required as part of the admission process; however, Frederick University reserves the right to request an interview before making a final decision on accepting an applicant.
A good knowledge of the English language is required for all programs of Frederick University taught in English.
English Placement Test
Students whose native language is not English will have to take the Frederick University English Placement Test (FUEPT). Students who are qualified for exemption from the English Language Courses should apply to the Center of Languages with the necessary documentation. Further details regarding the policies and requirements for exemption can be obtained from the Admissions Office and the Center of Languages.
Students who are not competent in the English language are required to take special English classes to improve their skills and, when necessary, they will take reduced load for that semester. Students who may need a more vigorous preparation will take an intensive course in English before enrolling in a regular program. Intensive courses commence at the beginning of the fall and the spring semesters.
FULL PROGRAM TUITION FEES :
DISCOUNTED FEES - €/ECTS | FOR FULL TIME STUDY (60 ECTS)- € |
100.00 | 9000 |
On campus students | Euro |
Application Fee | €35 payable once |
Registration Fee | €25 per registration |
Student Activity Fee | €20 per semester |
Technology Fee | €20 per semester |
Late Registration Fee | €25 |
Transcript Fee | €5 per additional copy |
Incomplete Make-up | €25 |
Graduation Application Fee | €55 |
Exam Waiver Fee | €25 |
Second Examination Fee | €80 |
Transfer Credit Evaluation | €40 |
Distance Learning students | Euro |
Application Fee | €35 payable once |
Semester Registration & Technology Fee | €100 per semester |
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