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MA Furniture Design

  • Postgraduate
  • London
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MA Furniture Design
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

This research-led and practice-based MA is designed for graduates from furniture and related disciplines, or those seeking to collaborate with professionals in the field. The course is grounded in the understanding that design is a key driver for change in society and the environment. You will explore how to negotiate complex problems, combining experimentation and radical thinking with effective research. The curriculum encourages a multidisciplinary approach, reflecting the collaborative nature of the modern design sector. You will generate, communicate and evaluate innovative furniture products and systems, preparing you for a competitive career. The course is available as a one-year full-time programme or a two-year part-time option. Based in the creative hub of London, the institution provides a community committed to contemporary design and meaningful change. You will develop your study skills independently through project work, with opportunities to engage in live projects and professional practice, ensuring you are well-equipped to contribute to the growing UK furnishings industry.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £11,000 per year for full-time study. For part-time study, the fee is £1,225 per 20 credit module. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Entry Requirements

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

You will be expected to provide a portfolio of work and a statement demonstrating your ambition for the subject area and for studying at postgraduate level.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Design Project Development

40 Credits

Material Culture

20 Credits

Project as Professional Practice: Furniture Design

60 Credits

Research Methods: Success in Design

40 Credits

Charismatic Objects

20 Credits

Design for Change

20 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue roles as self-employed designers, consultants, in-house designers for manufacturing companies, or work in design research, journalism, and cultural institutions.