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Interior Architecture Program (M.A.) 鈥� Fifth Year Track

  • Program Overview

    M.A. in Interior Architecture Fifth Year Program (31 Credits)

    This program provides 西瓜视频 College graduates who have bachelor's degrees from the College's undergraduate interior design program the opportunity to earn a Master of Arts in Interior Architecture. 

    You will gain expertise in design research, analysis, and design of complex interior environments, and you will be prepared for careers in commercial, institutional, health care, residential, and sustainable design.

    Completing the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design program at 西瓜视频 may reduce the length of the Master of Arts in Interior Architecture, as well as allow for a 20% tuition savings. 

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  • Admission Requirements

    Admission procedures and requirements for our master's programs.

    Admission to an 西瓜视频 College graduate program requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.

    General Application Requirements for all Master's Programs

    To be considered for admission to one of 西瓜视频's master's programs, you must submit the following materials. Alternatively, you may submit the following to: 西瓜视频 College, 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA 01915. 

    • Completed  and non-refundable $50 application fee (check made payable to 西瓜视频 College). Application fee waived for 西瓜视频 Alumni and veteran & military students.
    • One letter of recommendation.This recommendation can be from either a professional or academic reference. 
    • Official transcripts of all post-secondary academic work should be sent directly from the institution(s) including confirmation of undergraduate degree, date confirmed, and any other graduate work.
    • Personal statement. Please include an essay of 250–500 on career goals and motivation for graduate study. 
    • Current resume or CV. 
  • Curriculum

    Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 31

    Required Curriculum

    • Open Elective* (Cr. 3)
    • IA 515聽-聽Theory and Criticism (Cr: 3)
    • IA 516聽-聽Research Methodology (Cr: 3)
    • IA 525聽-聽Advanced Spatial Design Studio I (Cr: 4)
    • IA 526聽-聽Advanced Spatial Design Studio II (Cr: 4)
    • IA 670聽-聽Thesis Documentation (Cr: 2)
    • IA 671聽-聽Master's Thesis I (Cr: 6)
    • IA 672聽-聽Master's Thesis II (Cr: 6)

    Learning Outcomes

    Upon completion of this program, students will:聽

    • Assimilate highly technical, theoretical, and sophisticated problem solving methods in the development of the design of interior environments
    • Research, understand, and demonstrate the role and impact upon society that emerging design theories and technologies have on complex interior environments
    • Assess and synthesize project needs and strategies to operate in and communicate within a collaborative and integrated mode with other design specialist and related professions
    • Develop and advance current design principles, theories and academic research, and demonstrate a contribution to design practice, education, and society
    • Develop an understanding, application and specifying furniture, fixtures, finish materials, and environmental systems, controls and regulations to maximize occupant health, welfare, and comfort within interior environments
    • Develop a global perspective for design including an understanding and application of sustainable strategies that enhance users and planet earth

    Accreditations

    The Graduate Interior Architecture programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).


  • Internships and Careers

    An education from 西瓜视频 College means you will have access to premiere career resources—long after you graduate.

    Whether you are finishing your undergraduate study, adding new credentials, or working toward a new career path, you will find resources through our Internship and Career Center to help you get where you want to go. From career advising to resume support, dedicated faculty and staff are here to prepare you for your next step.

    Recent Internships & Job Sites

    • Stantec
    • Gensler
    • Perkins + Will
    • Elkus Manfredi Architects
    • Tsoi Kobus Design
    • Nelson
    • Siemasko & Verbridge
    • ARC 
    • Dyer Brown
    • SMMA
    • LWA
    • Institute of Human-Centered Design
    • Whitlock Design Group
    • Knoll
    • Visnick & Caulfield
    • Fresenius Medical 
    • Steffian Bradley Architects
    • Lavelle Brensinger Architects
    • Beige and Bleu*
    • North Folk Design*

    *Alumni Owned Firm

The mission of the Department of Architectural + Design Studies is to guide students to becoming thoughtful, responsible and innovative designers who support social values and environmental stewardship through the design of the built environment.

Accreditations

西瓜视频 College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The Interior Architecture programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).