Master’s in Interdisciplinary Design - Woodbury University Students Academic Calendars Associated Students Bookstore Catalog Complaint Resolution Process Health & Wellness International Students The Los Angeles Times Library Making Complex Reservation-LA Math, Science & Subject Tutoring Center Merch Store Canvas Commencement 2026 Order Transcripts Parking Permits Portal Self-Service Student Handbook Student Job Board Syllabus Library Woody's Info Writing Center Faculty/Staff Academic Calendars Bookstore Catalog The Los Angeles Times Library Merch Store Canvas Portal Self-Service Syllabus Library Woody's Info News & Events Latest News Upcoming Events Parents & Families Frequently Asked Questions School of Media : Culture : Design Master’s in Interdisciplinary Design One‑ & Two‑Year Tracks This flexible interdisciplinary design degree foregrounds cross-disciplinary innovation across experience design, media, technology, and spatial systems. Students engage in collaborative design studio focused on speculative futures, experiential design, and system-wide thinking. The 1‑year track targets concentrated exploration; the 2‑year track allows deeper research and cross-program integration. Apply Request Information Take a Tour What You'll Learn The curriculum features cutting-edge design studios that explore current practices and future innovations. Through immersive experiences, you’ll dive into research, critical thinking, design strategy, and entrepreneurship, all while refining your unique creative voice. Our Studios Studios are fast-paced and dynamic, led by resident and visiting faculty. During your time in this program you will get the opportunity to engage in innovative courses including: Process + Methods – A foundational studio course focusing on strategies to utilize design as a means of defining culture and lifestyle Technology + Making – A course with 3 levels as you grow each term. Students will critically analyze and explore the tools, skills, and production methods of current and emerging technologies — primarily analog — in design media, with an emphasis on effective and appropriate creative visualization, analysis and utilization. Design Systems – A course addressing the fundamental principles, practical applications, core concepts and theories underlying design systems. And upper term Seminar and Thesis courses. Course Requirements 1U6A0729 Learn From the Best Our faculty are world class designers, academics and innovators who are on the cutting edge in their given fields. Faculty members work closely with students to teach the skills required to push the limits of their practice. Faculty Directory Applying All applicants to Woodbury’s MDes Program are asked to submit the following: One-Page Written Statement (required): This should outline topics of interest, research agenda, skills you want to acquire, and what you hope to do with the knowledge and skills upon graduation. Submit two Letters of Recommendation and a Resume (required) Submit a Portfolio (required) Click the link below to learn more about the requirements and details about how to submit your portfolio through the link below. Portfolio Requirements Portfolio mentorship Are you looking to develop your design and drawing skills and create work for your college entrance portfolio? Get friendly advice on improving your portfolio from an art professional at Woodbury University. Click here to learn more about the initiative or follow the link below to register for a session. Portfolio Mentorship Registration Scholarships and Financial Aid All MDes applicants are eligible for merit-based scholarships, with awards ranging from $8,000 to $20,000 annually. Graduate students are eligible to receive teaching or research assistantships, based on their GPA at the time of application, with stipends ranging from $3,000 to $6,000. Scholarships Cutting Edge Facilities Students enrolled in the MDes course will have access to the Making Complex, The Design Center, top of the line computer labs, and all of the additional making and creating facilities at Woodbury University’s campus. Explore our Campus Accreditation WASC: Woodbury University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accrediting Commission. Now accepting Fall 2026 applications!