BSc in Art and Design in Cambridge United States | Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Bachelor of Science in Art and Design (BSAD) offers undergraduates an integrated curriculum exploring interdisciplinary art and design fields. This program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills applicable to various design specialties. Students will engage with the complete design workflow - from initial concepts to final execution - through analytical thinking, creative exploration, visualization methods, material fabrication, evaluation processes, refinement cycles, and self-assessment. The goal is to equip graduates for professional opportunities ranging from industrial design to graphic arts, data visualization, and both two-dimensional and three-dimensional artistic expressions. This degree prepares students to capitalize on evolving career prospects in both commercial and educational sectors.

The BSAD program requirements start with two sequential introductory courses: 4.021 Design Studio: Fundamentals of Design and 4.022 Design Studio: Design Methods and Technologies, designed for second-year students. Juniors select a third studio course alongside four core classes covering design principles, artistic practice, digital tools, and historical context. Students complete four additional electives from interdisciplinary options focused on three key areas: physical objects, information systems, and artistic experiences. The curriculum culminates with a thesis preparation course and final thesis presentation during the senior year.