Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Industrial Design in Philadelphia United States | Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,888
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MS in Industrial Design equips you for entrepreneurial ventures or roles within corporate design teams and consulting firms.
Recognized as 7th nationwide and 4th in the Eastern U.S. by DesignIntelligence, this professional program emphasizes interdisciplinary project-based learning. Here, you'll master design techniques for the dynamic early stages of product development. Collaborate with end-users, researchers, business professionals, engineers, and manufacturers to develop innovative products and systems that benefit users, communities, and the global environment. We value driven individuals—their ambition and curiosity fuel our program. With afternoon and evening course offerings, we accommodate students balancing external commitments.
Our diverse student body brings intellectual curiosity and varied academic backgrounds, ranging from economics and philosophy to engineering and architecture, alongside those with prior industrial design training. International applicants are enthusiastically encouraged to join.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts: Applicants are required to submit an official transcript for their highest earned degree.
For programs with prerequisite coursework, official transcripts from the institution(s) where the coursework was taken are required.
For programs with advanced standing/foundational coursework, official transcripts from all institutions are required in order to be considered for advanced standing.
Personal Statement: Submit a statement outlining why you want to study industrial design, and how your personal interests and professional background will allow you to contribute to Jefferson's MS in Industrial Design program.
Letters of Recommendation: Submit one letter of reference that provides insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.
R'sum: A current professional r'sum is required.
Portfolio: Please submit a portfolio consisting of work from your previous academic studies, work experiences, and/or personal projects.
Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is preferred.
TOEFL IBT & IBT Home Edition: 80 (no sub-score below 20)
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8)
IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6)
For programs with prerequisite coursework, official transcripts from the institution(s) where the coursework was taken are required.
For programs with advanced standing/foundational coursework, official transcripts from all institutions are required in order to be considered for advanced standing.
Personal Statement: Submit a statement outlining why you want to study industrial design, and how your personal interests and professional background will allow you to contribute to Jefferson's MS in Industrial Design program.
Letters of Recommendation: Submit one letter of reference that provides insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.
R'sum: A current professional r'sum is required.
Portfolio: Please submit a portfolio consisting of work from your previous academic studies, work experiences, and/or personal projects.
Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is preferred.
TOEFL IBT & IBT Home Edition: 80 (no sub-score below 20)
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8)
IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6)
Tuition
USD
27,888