About the course

The Master of Graphic & Experience Design (MGXD) moves students toward a deeper knowledge of graphic and experience design through purposeful, individually driven design practice. Inquiry into contemporary and emergent design issues prepares graduates for leadership positions in user experience and user interface design (UX/UI), with expertise in research, data visualization, digital typography, and artificial intelligence. Successful completion of the MGXD results in a terminal degree, equivalent to the MFA, and qualifies graduates to teach at the university level or to pursue a PhD in Design.

　　The NC State Master of Graphic & Experience Design (MGXD) is consistently recognized as one of the top NASAD accredited graduate graphic and experience design programs in the country and one of the few with STEM Classification (CIP). The faculty is nationally and internationally recognized . Alumni are designers in enterprise-level software companies and leading design consultancies, as well as faculty members in colleges and universities. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Raleigh
Fall (August), 2025	Raleigh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for North Carolina State University - Raleigh

International students must submit English proficiency scores: TOEFL (minimum 100) or IELTS (minimum 7).

　　To be considered for admission in full graduate standing, applicants must have:

　　(a) a four-year bachelor?s degree (or equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university. Exceptions to standard accreditation may be granted for applicants with international degrees, including applicants with three-year degrees from institutions in Europe participating in the Bologna Process.

　　(b) a GPA of at least 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) in their undergraduate degrees.

　　The letter of intent tells the faculty reviewers the extent to which the applicant:

　　Understands the MGD program focus and research orientation,

　　Recognizes her/his interests and aims in relation to the program focus,

　　Articulates her/his intellectual and creative pursuits,

　　Anticipates professional goals following successful completion of the MGD.

　　Faculty look for indications of: Formal/technical skills and visual acuity pertinent to the graphic design discipline, including but not limited to typography, image manipulation, and design appropriateness to content.

　　Awareness of contemporary issues in graphic design and visual communication, for instance, visual meaning, user-centered design, and/or systems design.

　　Initiative and imaginative responses to client-driven or teacher assigned briefs.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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