On-campus program Sustainable design (M.A.) – AMD

👉 The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application and prepares students for a career as sustainable designers in various fields. Graduates of this programme are capable of developing sustainable design strategies and creating innovative solutions for social and ecological challenges.

Sustainable design (M.A.) at a Glance

📜 Degree Master of Arts (M.A.)
⏳ Duration 2 Semesters
💶 Fees
from 685 € monthly
from 8220 € total
🏫 University AMD Academy Mode & Design, Academic institution based in Idstein (Germany)
The Department of Design at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences operates under the name AMD Akademie Mode & Design. It covers fashion, interior, brand communication and design management at five campuses, a Cologne study centre and an online campus. Bachelor's programmes have no numerus clausus; a selection procedure decides admission. Five programmes are taught entirely in English, the rest in German.
📋 Study Format On-campus program
🎓 Field of Study Media SciencesMedia Design
🎯 ECTS 60 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Sustainable Design Project, Scientific Forum on Sustainability Research, Practice of Sustainability Research: Conferences, Trade Fairs, Lectures and Excursions, Scientific Forum on Design Research, Application of Design Research: User Orientation and Sustainable Project Management, Preparation of the Practical Master’s Project, Preparation of the Theoretical Part of the Master’s Thesis, Presentation of the Practical Work and Oral Examination.
📍 Location Cologne
📅 Enrollment Winter or summer semester
🔗 More Info https://www.amdnet.com
  • no Numerus Clausus, transcript grades are not relevant for admission
  • study programme in Cologne
  • standard period of study 2–4 semesters, depending on prerequisites
  • start of studies always winter semester or summer semester, depending on prerequisites
  • study programme in cooperation with ecosign at the study centre on the ecosign campus in Cologne’s creative quarter Ehrenfeld.

Admission Requirements

This degree programme is offered in a total of 3 variants: with 60 ECTS, with 90 ECTS and with 120 ECTS. Which variant is best for you depends on your individual prerequisites and your already acquired credit points.

The following is required for admission to this master’s programme:

  • You have completed your first university degree with a focus on design, art or sustainability. If you have completed a non-industry-specific degree programme, any missing knowledge can possibly be made up through bridge courses.
  • If your degree comprises 240 ECTS, you can enrol in the 2-semester variant with 60 ECTS.
  • If your degree comprises 220 ECTS, you can enrol in the 3-semester variant with 90 ECTS.
  • If your degree comprises 180 ECTS, you can enrol in the 4-semester variant with 120 ECTS.

In addition, you must submit a portfolio for the application. All applicants go through a university-specific selection process. Our student advisory service will provide you with detailed information about the requirements and admission procedures.

Course Content and Specialisations

This master’s programme combines a scientifically analytical education with a strong practical focus and workshops with international experts. You will acquire the subject-specific and industry-specific skills to manage offline and online sales channels, for example for flagship stores, concept stores, or in mobile commerce.

The curriculum for the 60 ECTS version includes the following modules:

  • 1st Semester: Brand Aesthetics, Scientific Project, Global Management, Leadership & New Work, Megatrends, Innovation & Transformation, Company Project Fashion Brand I/Company Fashion Product I
  • 2nd Semester: Fashion, Technology Assessment & Business Models, Company Project Fashion Brand II/Company Fashion Product II, Specialisation

During the course of your studies, you will also deepen your knowledge in exciting elective modules, such as Fashion Product, Fashion Brand, Sales, Society.

Similar Programmes at the AMD Academy of Fashion and Design

  • Fashion and Product Management, M.A.: This master’s programme builds on your already acquired knowledge in the areas of product management and purchasing. You will acquire industry-specific know-how as well as management competence and learn to deal with current market conditions in the fashion industry. The programme combines a scientifically analytical education with a strong practical focus through company collaborations and workshops with international experts.
  • Sustainability in Fashion and Creative Industries, M.A.: This English-language master’s programme imparts content especially on the topics of “Sustainable Design Strategies”, “Sustainable Production” and “Sustainable Business”. You will systematically engage with sustainable design developments & trends, innovative materials, innovative technologies and marketing. The location of study is Berlin at the Campus for Fashion & Design of the AMD.

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