*On-campus format will require some online classes for degree completion.
Because you are an innovative thinker and creative professional eager to deepen your understanding of art and design, you seek a program that offers a strong foundation in critical theories and practical application. You want to explore various approaches in the field, gain historical insights, and specialize in areas like graphic design and Studio Art. This degree, taught by experienced faculty, will equip you with the latest strategies and approaches, preparing you for advanced roles in the dynamic art and design industry.
The Master of Arts in Art and Design provides students with a firm foundation in critical theories and trends, as well as the practical application and problem-solving involved in design. Students earning a Art and Design Master's degree are exposed to various approaches in the field, provided with a historical overview, and introduced to principles in a wide range of areas with emphases in Graphic Design and Studio Art.
Students are taught by some of the most enthusiastic St. Louis art and design practitioners with expertise across various fields, including graphic design, photography, studio and digital art, fashion design, Game Design and more. Their educational and professional backgrounds provide the most up-to-date strategies and approaches to various media.
Ideal for students passionate about art and design, and motivated to take their artistic practice to a higher level, this degree emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches that are essential for success in today's dynamic art and design industries:
Students in the Art and Design MA program have the opportunity to specialize and individualize their education through pursuing focused emphasis areas. The program offers two emphasis areas: