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INDEX

2____Location

3____Why the University of Minnesota

6____Innovative Interdisciplinary Research

8____Master of Landscape Architecture

12___Master of Science Landscape Architecture

14___Master of Architecture

20___Master of Science in Architecture —Sustainable Design

24___Master of Science in Architecture —Heritage Convservation and Preservation

28___Master of Science in Architecture —Metropolitan Design

32___Master of Science in Architecture —Research Practices

36___Master of Arts, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy —Apparel Studies Track, Design Graduate Program

40___Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Fine Arts, Doctor of Philosophy —Graphic Design Track, Design Graduate Program

44___Master of Arts, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy —Housing Studies Track, Design Graduate Program

48___Master of Arts, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy —Interior Design Track, Design Graduate Program

52___Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy —Human Factors & Ergonomics, Design Graduate Program

56___College Contact Information

02COLLEGE OF DESIGN GRADUATE COURSES

LOCATION

The College of Design, at the University of Minnesota, is located in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Nestled around the scenic Mississippi River, the Minneapolis campus sits under the shadow of a sparkling downtown skyline. The nearby St. Paul campus is home to rolling green space and historic architecture.

Our metropolitan location offers access to a thriving business community, a multitude of housing options, diverse arts and design scene, and an array of nationally renowned restaurants, parks, lakes, and green spaces.

About the Twin Cities, Minnesota

■ Named the best Midwestern city in which to live. ■ Home to 18 Fortune 500 companies (highest ratio

in U.S.). ■ Ranked 5th best city for new college grads in U.S. ■ Named 5th most innovative city in America. ■ Cited as 4th best city for female entrepreneurs. ■ Named the Number 1 healthiest city in the U.S. ■ Ranked 3rd among cities with the highest well-being. ■ Ranked 2nd “coolest community for young talent” by

Next Generation Consulting. ■ Named 2nd most bike-friendly state and Minneapolis

is ranked 6th best city for running in the nation. ■ The Twin Cities have more theater seats per capita

than any world city other than New York. ■ More than 40 Farmer’s Markets are available in the

Twin Cities area, as well as 12 food co-ops. ■ The area is supported by a robust public

transportation system including bus, rail, commuter train, bike sharing, and more.

■ The Twin Cities is home to seven professional sports teams, including the Timberwolves, Lynx, Twins, Vikings, Swarm, Thunder, and Wild.

The University of Minnesota’s Design Graduate Programs take advantage of our Twin Cities setting to provide high quality, student-focused education within a vibrant and diverse urban environment. Because the University is one of the country’s only land-grant institutions in a large metropolitan region, our students and faculty can take on active roles in cutting edge research and imagining and building more sustainable, equitable, and artful places.

As one of the most comprehensive design colleges in the country, the College of Design leads, innovates, and educates in the full range of design fields. Our long-standing relationships with alumni and professionals within the Twin Cities design community, and across the globe further enhance the graduate student experience. The College of Design has one of the largest student-practitioner mentoring programs of any North American design school. The strong ties between the College and talented local practitioners, many of whom teach as adjunct faculty, are critical to the success of our students—not only in the classroom but as they begin their post-graduate careers.

WHY THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA?

University:

■ More than $37 million in fellowships, grants and other assistance have gone to grad and professional degree students over the last 3 years alone.

■ Ranked 1st among Big Ten in number of National Merit Scholars.

■ Ranked 9th among U.S. public research universities and 26th in the world.

■ Ranked 6th in the world for technology and commercialization.

■ Among American Research Universities, Minnesota ranks 10th for faculty awards and either for research expenditures.

■ Ranked 4th among U.S. research universities for patents earned.

■ Rarig Center named 4th most amazing college campus theater in the U.S.

College:

■ 22 Graduate Degree Programs ■ 2 Graduate Minors ■ 13 College Research Centers ■ Ranked Top 3 Buildings and Facilities in U.S.

by Design Intelligence ■ Two open computer labs and 6 teaching lab rooms

equipped with projectors dedicated to College of Design students

■ State-of-the-art digital and fabrication facilities, including: 4- Dimension 1200 3D printers; 2- CNC routers; CNC plasma cutter; 7- Laser cutters; Fabric printer; Haas MiniMill vertical machining center; MIG, TIG and gas welding; Sheet metal shearing and forming; Sawing, drilling and grinding; Tube bending and forming; Abrasive blasting cabinet; Milling and turning; Tablesaws with sliding crosscut tables; Bandsaws, jointer, planer, lathe, compound miter saws and a full complement of hand tools and portable power tools.


Institute on the Environment The University of Minnesota Institute on the Environment’s mission is to discover solutions to Earth’s most pressing environmental problems by conducting transformative research, developing the next generation of global leaders, and building world-changing partnerships.

Center for Sustainable Building Research Through education, research, and demonstration projects, the Center for Sustainable Building Research works to transform the built environment in ways that provide for the ecological, economic, and social needs of the present without compromising those of the future.

Institute for Advanced Study The Institute for Advanced Study seeks to ignite creative, innovative, and profound research and discovery in the

sciences, humanities, and the arts. IAS provides physical spaces, fellowships, collaborative research programs, and symposium that catalyze conversations across the University of Minnesota and highlight the most innovative research initiatives that exist in the United States and the world.

Wearable Product Design CenterThe Wearable Product Design Center is an innovative, synergistic “think-tank” focused on the exploration of methods and technologies that will change how we design, produce, and wear clothing in an ever-changing world. The Center brings together four University of Minnesota research labs—Wearable Innovation Studio, Experiential Lab, Wearable Technology Lab, and Human Dimensioning Lab—with a focus on the design, development, and use of worn or wearable products.

The world’s problems don’t have just one solution. That’s why the University and College of Design offer rich opportunities for research and public engagement though highly regarded and collaborative institutes and centers, including:

INNOVATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH

INNOVATIVE, INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH

Metropolitan Design Center The Metropolitan Design Center’s teaching, research, and outreach programs bring university faculty and graduate students to participate in critical design and research investigations using the Twin Cities metropolitan area as a laboratory of investigations around issues that make livable and sustainable cities possible.

Goldstein Museum of Design As the only textile museum within a design school in the country, the Goldstein Museum of Design provides high quality service to students, scholars, donors, and the community through advancing the understanding and appreciation of design—and the awareness that designed objects can contribute to quality of life.

Other College of Design research centers include:Virtual Reality Design Lab, Center for Changing Landscapes, Center for Design in Health, Center for Rural Design, Center for World Heritage Studies, Consortium for Research Practices, Design Thinking, Product Design Studio Lab, and Midwest Universities Radon Consortium.

INNOVATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH


Coursework for the Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) degree exposes students to the broad field of landscape architecture as both a discipline and a profession. Classes are collaborative in nature and challenge students to delve into landscape issues that cut across multiple systems and scales. The core of the MLA curriculum is the six design studios, one in each of the six semesters of the degree program:

The first semester of study focuses on improving students’ aesthetic expression of landscape space, with supporting

classes in drawing, technology, and computer applications.

The second semester emphasizes the ecological dimensions of space-making. Students learn how to

utilize knowledge of native habitats and ecological principles to design sustainable landscapes.

The third semester explores dwelling and settlement within suburban and exurban contexts. Supporting

coursework includes innovative stormwater design, geographic information systems (GIS), and planting design.

The fourth semester provides students with a community-service learning opportunity within the urban

environment. This has been an opportunity to work with issues of environmental and social justice.

The fifth semester allows students to pursue their interests in either regional design or urban design, usually

involving brownfield remediation.

The final semester revolves around Capstone Studio, in which students pursue their intellectual interests within

the field of landscape architecture through the format of guided independent study.

The Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA)

is a three-year graduate professional degree

that provides the skills necessary to become

a licensed landscape architect.

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MASTER OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

The MLA program is accredited by the National Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board [LAAB]. A specialized two-year track within the MLA program is available to students with an accredited undergraduate Landscape Architecture degree who are interested in advanced study in landscape architecture. The program requires 88 graduate credits. Students with baccalaureate degrees in Landscape Architecture or Architecture may apply to the three-year MLA and be accepted with advanced standing.


Required:

■ Graduate School Application Form: z.umn.edu/umngradschool

■ Essay 1 - Two pages, outlining immediate educational and long-range career objectives in relation to chosen field (upload with application).

■ Essay 2 - A statement that identifies the distinctive qualities, characteristics, and life experiences you would contribute to your graduate program and to the education of fellow students at the University of Minnesota (upload with application).

■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the 3 required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload through online application).

■ Portfolio - Submit a digital portfolio of work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology. Upload the portfolio to ISSUU.COM. Enter the link to your portfolio in the online application.

■ Unofficial transcripts - Non-English transcripts must be accompanied by an English translation (upload with application). Official transcripts must be mailed to the Graduate School when you are accepted to the University.

Other:

■ Graduate Record Examination [GRE] Scores - The GRE is not required for the MLA program, however many scholarships and fellowships require the GRE for consideration. The UMN-Twin Cities Graduate School code is 6874.

Prospective MLA students should meet the following standards: ■ Baccalaureate degree in arts, humanities, sciences,

environmental design, landscape architecture.

■ Minimum undergrad GPA of 3.0 [on 4.0 scale] is preferred.

MLA – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

MLA ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

■ English Proficiency Tests - A TOEFL, MELAB, or IELTS test is required of most international applicants whose native language is not English.

Questions

■ Contact: Joe Favour Professor in Practice Director of Graduate Admissions 612.625.6394 [email protected] landarch.design.umn.edu

FIRMS AND COMPANIES EMPLOYING MLA GRADS

■ Ager Group ■ PFS Studio ■ GreenWorks ■ TLS ■ Target

“I wanted to let you know that, as I continue to work with students from around the country, I am increasingly impressed with my education at UMN. Your depth of teaching, diverse projects, and well-developed curriculum is, as I am discovering, exceptional. Working now in the “professional world” and having exposure to the work of others has really helped put your (our) program into perspective and I am very proud of the education I received while at the University of Minnesota.”

Matthew Traucht (MLA ’13)Project Manager,

The Cultural Landscape Foundation


Several students in the MLA program have chosen to pursue the MSLA as an additional degree during their studies at the University of Minnesota. Students may have a maximum of 8 credits in common between the two master’s degrees.

The Master of Science in Landscape Architecture (MSLA) is a one-year

non-professional graduate degree that provides specialized scholarly

study in landscape architecture research. The degree program is

available to students who hold a baccalaureate degree in a related

field, as well as to those who hold a BLA or MLA. The MSLA provides

opportunities for students conducting specialized research in landscape

architecture to work directly with faculty in their area of expertise.

MASTER OF SCIENCE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Prospective MSLA students should meet the following standards: ■ Baccalaureate degree in arts, humanities, sciences,

environmental design, landscape architecture. ■ 30 graduate level credits ■ Minimum undergrad GPA of 3.0 [on 4.0 scale] is preferred. ■ Students applying to enter the MSLA graduate program in

Landscape Architecture must have an agreement from a specific LA graduate faculty to act as principal advisor in area of study.

MSLA – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:


■ Essay 1 - Two pages, outlining immediate educational and long-range career objectives in relation to chosen field (upload with application).

■ Essay 2 - A statement that identifies the distinctive qualities, characteristics, and life experiences you would contribute to your graduate program and to the education of fellow students at the University of Minnesota (upload with application).

■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload through online application).

■ Unofficial transcripts - Non-English transcripts must be accompanied by an English translation (upload with application). Official transcripts must be mailed

to the Graduate School when you are accepted to the University.

■ Graduate Record Examination [GRE] Scores - The GRE is required for the MSLA program. The UMN-Twin Cities Graduate School code is 6874.

Other:

■ Portfolio - We strongly suggest that applicants to the MSLA program submit a digital portfolio of work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology (upload with application).

■ English Proficiency Tests - A TOEFL, MELAB, or IELTS test is required of most international applicants whose native language is not English.

Questions

■ Contact: Joe Favour Professor in Practice Director of Graduate Admissions 612.625.6394 [email protected] landarch.design.umn.edu

MSLA ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS


MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE

In the Masters of Architecture Program (M. Arch) at the University of Minnesota, we imbue students with the tools, inquisitive spirit, and intellectual disposition to develop thoughtful and innovative architecture. We emphasize building design as the lens through which students synthetically merge technology, history of the built environment, theoretical considerations, sustainability concerns, and a wide array of research agenda. We enthusiastically embrace topics of study peripheral to architecture (such as related design disciplines, engineering, sciences, and humanities) in the service of developing exceptional young architects.

Building design excellence is our core value. Our professional degree

Master of Architecture program is fully accredited by the National

Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

We Build On TraditionArchitecture is its own mode of thought with a unique and particular way of examining our environment and finding solutions to make life more livable. Today, design plays an expansive role in society and long-established architectural principles are more important than ever. The design studio has evolved as the pre-eminent tool to teach design and explore design thinking. We Embrace ChallengesIn a world that faces complex and urgent issues involving globalization, climate change, and new technologies, our goal is to produce graduates who have the will and passion to engage these challenges. We have created a curriculum that instills in our students the confidence to grapple with large, messy problems and impassion them to ask the big questions and probe the specific ways to examine solutions. Throughout the 3-year program, students are pushed to think about and expand the definition of traditional architectural practice by including factors such as sustainability, research, cultural diversity, and community outreach. We Expect ChangeTraditional systems of higher education, those determined by old notions of disciplines or driven by the utility of specialized knowledge, often fail when confronted with the dynamic character of changes triggered by globalization and new technologies. Expanding the role of architecture to encompass challenging urgent issues is important, but there are times when this is not enough. Sometimes the very role of architecture needs to be challenged. In these times, completely new ways of thinking must be encouraged.

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M. Arch ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Prospective M. Arch students should meet the following standards:

■ Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. (4.0 scale)

M. Arch – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15 of the year of enrollment.

M. Arch ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Standard Three Year ProgramOur standard professional program is a three-year course of study aimed at applicants who did not complete a pre-professional degree in architecture including a full complement of studio and technology courses. Commonly applicants for the 3-year pathway have studied fine/studio arts, biology, English, geology, art history, physics, and other majors.

The three-year program is also appropriate for students who may have studied some architecture but did not complete a pre-professional B.S. major in architecture or its equivalent.

Two Year M. Arch ProgramApplicants who have a pre-professional B.S. in Architecture, or its equivalent, may apply for our two year M. Arch program. Applicants must have completed at least one course in structures, materials & methods, and environmental technologies, and at least four semesters of architecture design studios. The portfolio must exhibit a proficiency of design equal to students having completed the first year of our 3-year program.

Required:



■ Essay - Two brief essays, each no more than 500 words (upload with application). Select from two of the following three options:

Option #1 - Write about a formative personal experience that helped to inspire your interest in pursuing the professional study of architecture and the built environment. Option #2 - Describe a place that is meaningful and state why you find it meaningful.Option #3 - Describe an object (at any scale) that you find sublime, grotesque, or culturally significant and state why.

■ Graduate Record Examination [GRE] Scores - The GRE is required for the M. Arch program. The UMN-Twin Cities Graduate School code is 6874.

■ Letters of Recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload with application). If an applicant majored in architecture as an undergraduate, then faculty letters should be from design studio faculty.

■ Portfolio/Research/Writing Sample - The portfolio should be uploaded as a pdf file electronically to the digital publishing platform ISSUU.COM (no fee).

Please use your complete name in the registration process since this will generate a URL web link to your portfolio (upload link with application).

TWO-YEAR PROGRAM. Submit a portfolio of approximately 12-20 pages/sides that indicates an ability to produce drawings of architectural form and space, as well as a broader design sensitivity. Architectural drawings and design studio work should be included. Other work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology may also be included. Please do not send a hard copy of the portfolio.THREE-YEAR PROGRAM Submit a portfolio of 8-15 pages/sides. The portfolio should indicate design ability through drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic art, industrial design, or photography (two pages of photographs maximum). The portfolio must include a hand-drawn self-portrait. The drawing must not be copied from a photograph. Please do not send a hard copy of the portfolio.

Other:

■ TOEFL (International Applicants) - Submit scores from one of the four English language tests. Applicants must have a minimum score of 600 (TOEFL paper test); 90 (internet based TOEFL test); 7.0 (IELTS Test); 80 (MELAB test). Preference is given to applicants with an equivalent TOEFL paper test score of 600 or higher.Preference is given to applicants with an equivalent TOEFL paper test score of 600 or higher.

■ International students who earn their undergraduate degree in the United States are not required to submit TOEFL scores.

Questions

■ Contact: Terence Rafferty Director of Graduate Admissions 612.624.7866 [email protected]

■ HGA ■ Perkins & Will ■ Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates ■ Pickard Chilton ■ Diller Scofidio ■ Pelli Clarke Pelli ■ Zaha Hadid Architects ■ And many others

“I love the variety of courses and instructors the College of Design offers in addition to being well connected to a stupendous professional community.”

Holly Engle (2nd year student)

FIRMS AND COMPANIES EMPLOYING M. Arch GRADS


The planet, for better or worse, is becoming urbanized. By 2050, according to former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan, six billion people, representing two-thirds of humanity, will be living in towns and cities. Today, one billion people—or one of every three urbanites—live in slums. The solutions to this and other environmental challenges hinge on sustainability: preserving the earth’s resources, inhabitants, and environments for the benefit of present and future generations.

Options for a dual M.S. - S.D. + M. Arch. degree are also available. After a student is accepted to the M. Arch program they can apply for a concurrent degree option. The school’s unique concurrent degree program allows students to combine professional architecture studies with an advanced degree focusing on sustainable design theory and practice. This concurrent degree curriculum provides designers and researchers with the knowledge and expertise to address issues including energy and resource efficiency, water, waste reduction, materials, and technological innovations in sustainable design. The concurrent degree prepares students to integrate sustainable design practice and research for careers in the design professions, government agencies, research institutes, and business.

The post-professional M.S. - S.D. can be completed in three semesters (34 credits). The concurrent degree can be completed concurrently as a full-time student in three-and-a-half years (100 credits).

The M.S. in Architecture – Sustainable Design Track, brings together a

rich group of multidisciplinary courses, projects, and research opportunities

which students can customize to meet their individual needs.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE—SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

Prospective M.S. – S.D. students should meet the following standards:

■ Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. (4.0 scale) ■ Given the technological basis of the M.S.-S.D., previous studies

in architecture are highly recommended. ■ Applicants must have sufficient technical background in

environmental control systems, building systems, and structures, or other environmental design or ecology coursework. Those lacking sufficient training or preparation in these subject areas may be admitted contingent upon completion of one course in each area (up to 3 courses) before registration as a graduate

student for any 8000-level courses.

M.S. – S.D. – Application MaterialRolling Admissions - Apply Four Months Before Entry

Required:



■ Essay - The essay may be up to 1,000 words addressing Sustainable Design as an area of study. Please define possible research topics to be pursued, your experience and preparation for the field, career goals, and other relevant information that supports the application (upload with application).


■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit at least two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload with application). If an applicant majored in architecture as an undergraduate, then at least one letter should be from design studio faculty.

■ Portfolio/Research/Writing Sample - The portfolio should be electronically uploaded as a pdf file to the digital publishing platform ISSUU.COM (no fee). Please use your complete name in the registration process since this will be generating a URL web link to your portfolio (upload link with application).

■ The portfolio should be of no more ten pages/sides that demonstrates your design ability, knowledge of sustainable practices, or professional accomplishment. Design studio projects may be included. Other work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology may also be included. Please do not send a hard copy of the portfolio.

M.S. – S.D. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Other:

■ TOEFL (International Applicants Only) - Submit scores from one of the four English language tests. Applicants must have a minimum score of 600 (TOEFL paper test); 90 (internet based TOEFL test); 7.0 (IELTS Test); 80 (MELAB test). Preference is given to applicants with an equivalent TOEFL paper test score of 600 or higher.


Questions:


■ LHB Corporation ■ Building Community Workshop ■ Center for Sustainable Building Research ■ Universidad Ricardo Palma, ■ Perkins & Will

“My fellow students have been extremely passionate and very nice, sincere people. The studio became like my family.”

Erin LilliM. Arch., UMN, 2010

M.S. Sustainable Design, 2013

FIRMS AND COMPANIES EMPLOYING M.S. – S.D. GRADS


The program aims to build upon and enhance current preservation practice with a model for heritage preservation that is professionally oriented, socially conscious, and environmentally sensitive. Heritage Conservation and Preservation is a multidisciplinary field that draws students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds and professional experiences.

The program features faculty who are nationally recognized as experts in their fields; and students have the flexibly to study preservation broadly, or to focus in on specific interests and career goals. Minnesota is an ideal laboratory for preservation study and research with the Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, along with dozens of smaller communities throughout the state, featuring a wide range of historic buildings, sites, landscapes, and neighborhoods. The state has 600 museums and historical societies (twice the national average per capita). Minnesota is home to seven Anishinaabe and four Dakota reservations, as well as significant immigrant communities, including northern and eastern Europeans who arrived in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and Hmong, Mexican, and Somali immigrants (among others) in recent years. Such diversity presents exciting opportunities for publicly-engaged and community-accountable approaches to heritage research, scholarship, and advocacy.

Progressive new preservation policies further enhance educational opportunities. Within the last five years, Minnesota has created an innovative historic building rehabilitation tax credit program and enacted a twenty-five-year “Legacy Amendment” that provides substantial heritage preservation grant funding. The state is also home to a strong community of preservation practitioners, advocates, and organizations including the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota, Preserve Minneapolis, Historic St. Paul, DoCoMoMo Minnesota, the Minnesota Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians, and the Minnesota Historical Society.

The M.S. in Architecture - Heritage Conservation and Preservation Track offers courses and research

opportunities in the study of the preservation of historic buildings, districts, and landscapes, as well as the

design and management of cultural heritage sites. The program explores heritage on several distinct but

related levels. It examines the materiality of heritage resources through documentation, diagnosis, and

the design of treatment interventions. It also encourages critical analysis and assessment of the cultural

values that underlie and define preservation policies, laws, and professional norms. Through fieldwork, case

studies, and courses that investigate regional, national, and global heritage, the program focuses on the

philosophy, policy, technology, economics, and social implications of heritage preservation.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE —HERITAGE CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION

Prospective M.S. – H.C.P. students should meet the following standards:

■ Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. (4.0 scale) ■ The HCP track is primarily intended for: individuals with a B.A. or

B.S. in architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation, art history, geography, anthropology, or related field; current M. Arch students who seek a concurrent degree; individuals with professional degrees in architecture or landscape architecture; working professionals in historic preservation, architecture, landscape architecture, or related fields, and; individuals with other academic and professional backgrounds who can explain how their academic background and experiences are relevant to heritage preservation and can demonstrate their commitment to pursue a career in heritage preservation.

M.S. – H.C.P. – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by December 17.

Required:



■ Essay - Write a brief statement up to 1000 words explaining your interests in, and commitment to, heritage conservation and preservation as an area of study. Define possible research topics to be pursued, your experience and preparation for the field, career goals, and other relevant information that supports the application (upload with application).


■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload with application).

■ Research / Writing Sample - Provide a sample of your writing, in English, from a recent architecture, landscape architecture, art history, preservation, or related course or project. Applicants may submit a professional report or published article. This requirement is intended to provide the committee with a sample of your research, communication, and analytical skills. Work that references and synthesizes primary and secondary sources with appropriate citations is desired (upload with application).

M.S. – H.C.P. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

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■ National Park Service ■ Minnesota Historical Society ■ San Francisco Heritage ■ Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office ■ Department of Veteran Affairs ■ McDonald & Mack Architects ■ Preservation Design Works ■ The 106 Group ■ Sherman Associates ■ Prime Ministry Directorate General of

Foundations (Turkey)

FIRMS AND COMPANIES EMPLOYING M.S. – H.C.P. GRADS


Today, cities and, perhaps more precisely, cities and their specific regions, are being rediscovered as potential magnets of creative energy and innovation. These city-regions have been able to create new and distinctive growth economies and lifestyles based on their ability to weave their transformative efforts, blending together the physical with the cultural—an essential integration, shaped by the physiographic characteristics of each specific region. Successful cities manage change over time while providing a quality-of-life that values the regional ecology and the role of the arts as agents to reinforce local place and identity, while developing a system of well-informed decision making that is built from a vibrant public vision for the future.

To achieve this multifaceted view of the city, the College of Design at the University of Minnesota developed the M.S. Metropolitan Design program with an expanded view of urban and metropolitan design that weaves together knowledge from professional practice and current theoretical debates regarding the future of the city. The program is open for students with professional design/planning degrees and graduate students currently pursuing master’s degrees in architecture or landscape architecture.

The M.S. in Architecture - Metropolitan Design program focuses on the

challenges confronting 21st century cities. As demographic shifts continue to

reshape the urban and suburban territory, there is evidence to indicate that

today more people are choosing to live in cities, attracted perhaps by the rise of

a knowledge-based economy and hoping to achieve professional goals while

partaking in the excitement of a renewed cultural and civic lifestyle.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE—METROPOLITAN DESIGN

Prospective M.S. – M.D. students should meet the following standards:

■ Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. (4.0 scale) ■ The M.S. in Architecture - Metropolitan Design Track is

intended primarily for: individuals with a B.A. or B.S. degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban geography, city planning, or related field; current M. Arch. or MLA students who seek a dual-degree; and individuals with professional degrees in architecture or landscape architecture. Under special circumstances, individuals without strong design backgrounds will be admitted.

M.S. – M.D. – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by December 17.

Required:



■ Essay - A statement up to 1000 words, outlining specific interests in the metropolitan design area of study. Please define possible research topics to be pursued, your experience and preparation for the field, career goals, and other relevant information that supports the application (upload with application).


■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload with application). If an applicant majored in architecture as an undergraduate, then faculty letters should be from design studio faculty.

■ Portfolio/Research/Writing Sample - The portfolio should be uploaded as a pdf file electronically to the digital publishing platform ISSUU.COM (no fee). Please use your complete name in the registration process since this will be generating a URL web link to your portfolio (upload link with application).

M.S. – M.D. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

■ The portfolio should be of no more than 10 pages/sides that demonstrates your design ability or professional accomplishment. Design studio projects may be included. Other work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology may also be included. Please do not send a hard copy of the portfolio.

Other:



Questions:



Most critically, the M.S. - R.P. moves the profession towards true culture change, one that expects all our students can be licensed upon graduation, regardless of their final career choices.

The M.S. - R.P. incorporates a new experience - “research practice internship.” M.S. - R.P. students work within a larger consortium of firms and the University. Multi-year consortium-wide goals are established that link students to faculty advisors and professional mentors. The consortium relationship creates a robust knowledge loop between the profession and academy. This in turn establishes meaningful internships for students that combine funded research as student assistants supervised by faculty with office-based internships paid by the firms—qualifying for the all-important “Experience Setting A” as defined in IDP. By integrating the two experiences for the student, academic research is applied on actual projects and information is gathered in a way that allows for consistent methods. The results of this work build a rigorous database to share within the consortium providing the student with context for their work, understanding their project as one component in a strong bridge between school and profession.

The M.S. in Architecture – Research Practices program addresses two goals:

providing a structured path to licensure totaling seven years and integrating

research with practice. The program takes advantage of many of the National

Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB’s) recent changes to the

Intern Development Program (IDP) and Architect Registration Examination (ARE®)

- as well as leveraging the historically strong connection between practice and

academy in our Minneapolis/St. Paul community.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE—RESEARCH PRACTICES

Prospective M.S. – R.P. students should meet the following standards:

■ Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0. (4.0 scale) ■ The research practices concentration is intended primarily

for current M. Arch students who seek concurrent-degree and individuals with professional degrees in architecture. (B. Arch, M. Arch)

■ Given the professional research basis of the Research Practices Concentration, previous studies in architecture are required. This may include B. Arch or M. Arch.

■ It is highly recommended that applicants have sufficient professional background including at least half of the required IDP hours (approximately 2800 hours). Those lacking sufficient training or preparation in professional practice areas may be admitted contingent upon completion of one course in each area (up to three courses) before registration as a graduate student.

M.S. – R.P. – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by December 17.

Required:



■ Essay - Write a brief statement up to 1000 words describing those issues that are central to the future practice of architecture in the United States.


■ Three letters of recommendation - Applicants are encouraged to submit two of the three required letters from faculty members who are familiar with their aptitude for academic work (upload with application). If an applicant majored in architecture as an undergraduate, then faculty letters should be from design studio faculty.

■ Portfolio/Research/Writing Sample - The portfolio should be uploaded as a pdf file electronically to the digital publishing platform ISSUU.COM (no fee). Please use your complete name in the registration process since this will be generating a URL web link to your portfolio (upload link with application).

■ The portfolio should be of no more than 10 pages/sides that demonstrates your design ability, or professional accomplishment. Design studio projects may be included. Other work showing artistic or design ability or facility with digital technology may also be included. Please do not send a hard copy of the portfolio.

M.S. – R.P. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

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■ HGA Architects ■ MSR Architects ■ Mortenson Construction ■ DLR Group ■ Pickard Chilton ■ HD

FIRMS AND COMPANIES EMPLOYING M.S. – R.P. GRADS


MASTER OF ARTS, MASTER OF SCIENCE, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY —APPAREL STUDIES TRACK, DESIGN GRADUATE PROGRAM

The Goldstein Museum of Design and the Wearable Product Design Center, located in the College of Design, are innovative facilities available to students. Graduate students in Apparel Studies can select from a wide range of supporting classes available from a multitude of programs at the University of Minnesota. Students also have access to social, cultural, and business resources abundant in the metropolitan setting of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

The Apparel Studies Track has three concentrations:

The Apparel Studies Track is grounded in theoretical knowledge with

an understanding of the design, production, merchandising, and use of

textile and apparel products. MA, MS, and PhD students are provided with

the opportunity to work with established scholars, participate in innovative

research, interact with a cohort of graduate students, and gain experience

as a graduate teaching assistant and/or research assistant.

Dress, History, and CultureGraduate studies in the area of Dress, History, and Culture focus upon understanding and conducting research on material culture, historic trends and psychological and social behaviors related to dress. Students explore the ways in which historical context, socio-psychological, and cultural factors influence material culture. Students may select a minor, such as Museum Studies, Anthropology, Art History, or American Studies. As a result of their study, students learn to analyze products of our time and interpret them through human response.

Product DevelopmentProduct Development students focus upon theories and processes used in developing wearable soft goods. An in-depth understanding of user psychological, physical, and social needs provides the foundation for analyzing, implementing, and finalizing design solutions. Students have the opportunity to work on industry-sponsored, applied, research-based projects through the Wearable Product Design Center.

APPAREL STUDIES GRADUATE PROGRAM

Retail Merchandising and Consumer StudiesGraduate studies in the area of Retail Merchandising and Consumer Studies emphasize understanding and conducting research on individuals, groups, organizations, and the processes they use to select, secure, use, and dispose of apparel products. Students explore the ways in which environmental, socio-psychological, and cultural factors influence consumption at all stages. The result of their study is the ability to inform decisions concerning retailing and marketing strategies, as well as the ability to effect socially desirable behavior in a changing, globalized world.

Apparel Studies – Admissions Students must have an undergraduate degree in an area of Clothing & Textiles (Retail Merchandising, Clothing Design). Interested prospective students with other education and work experience are encouraged to schedule an appointment with faculty representing the emphasis area to determine whether they have sufficient background to pursue this area of study at the graduate level.

APPAREL STUDIES GRADUATE PROGRAM

APPAREL STUDIES – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:


■ Essay - Personal statement of your academic and professional goals for the degree desired (one to two pages).

■ Letters of Recommendation - Written by three individuals who can judge your academic performance.

■ Unofficial transcripts - Non-English transcripts must be accompanied by an English translation. Official transcripts must be mailed to the Graduate School when you are accepted to the University.

Other:

■ Writing Sample (for PhD applicants only). ■ For applicants pursuing the Product Development

concentration only: Portfolio of creative work consisting of 15-20 examples of current work. Submit as .pdf file via e-mail to [email protected]. A link to a web site is acceptable.

■ Graduate Record Examination [GRE] Scores - The GRE is required. The UMN-Twin Cities Graduate School code is 6874.

■ TOEFL (International Applicants Only) - Submit scores from one of the four English language tests to the University of Minnesota, code 6874.

Questions:

■ Contact: Charleen Klarquist Graduate Student Support Assistant 612.626.1219 [email protected] http://z.umn.edu/designgrad


APPAREL STUDIES ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

In the past five years, graduates acquired positions primarily in academia (80 percent, with 88 percent of those as tenure-track positions), business and industry (10 percent), design (5 percent), or non-profit organizations (5 percent).

“The Graduate Program in Design offers unparalleled opportunities to learn the fundamentals of design research from diverse, interdisciplinary perspectives. Courses are taught by faculty with research interests ranging from wearable technology to food design, and students of the program have access to cutting edge technology and resources throughout the university. Exceptional research assistantships, collaborations, and opportunities between industry and the university are fostered due the unique urban location of the UMN Twin Cities campus.”

Linsey GriffenPhD student in Apparel Design Track

B.S., Textiles and Apparel Design, Cornell UniversityM.S. Apparel Studies Track, Design Graduate

Program, University of Minnesota

FIELDS EMPLOYINGAPPAREL STUDIES GRADS


MASTER OF FINE ARTS, MASTER OF ARTS,MASTER OF SCIENCE, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY —GRAPHIC DESIGN TRACK, DESIGN GRADUATE PROGRAM

An emphasis in Interactive Design provides students with experience in designing for the electronic environment. The program integrates theory with practice in the application of emergent and established technologies to digital design solutions.

The Graphic Design Track focuses on design theory, process, and

methods related to design practice and research. Potential areas of study

include multicultural communication, visual representation of information,

human interaction with designed objects, social and cultural implications

of design, color systems and perception, design history, and design

education. Students and faculty collaboratively develop designed

objects and information resources that will enhance people’s lives.

Prospective GRAPHIC DESIGN students should meet the following standards:

■ Students applying to the graphic design track must have either an undergraduate or graduate degree in design or a related area (art, architecture, technical communication) or significant professional experience (three to five years) in design (graphic, exhibition, etc).

■ In addition, each applicant should demonstrate the following: coursework in design or art foundations; computer literacy in industry standard programs, and; either professional coursework in design (12 credits minimum) or several years of professional experience with evidence of effective design. Academic and professional records of applicants will be evaluated on an individual case basis.

GRAPHIC DESIGN – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:





■ Portfolio - Portfolio of creative work consisting of 15-20 examples of current work. Submit as .pdf file via e-mail to [email protected]. A link to a web site is acceptable.

Other:

■ Writing Sample (for PhD applicants only). ■ Graduate Record Examination [GRE] Scores - The

GRE is required. The UMN-Twin Cities Graduate School code is 6874.


Questions:

■ Contact: Charleen Klarquist Graduate Student Support Assistant 612.626.1219 [email protected] http://z.umn.edu/designgrad

GRAPHIC DESIGN ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS


In the past five years, graduates acquired positions primarily in academia (73 percent, with 68 percent of those as tenure-track positions), working as designers (15 percent), business and industry (8 percent), or non-profit organizations (4 percent).

“The Design Graduate Program at the U of M has empowered me to connect my multiple passions and interests into a cohesive, individualized journey. I couldn’t have possibly anticipated where this would end up taking me—the program has opened doors to an incredible variety of experiences, resources and opportunities.”

Curt Lund M.F.A. student in Graphic Design Track

B.F.A. , Graphic Design, Iowa State University

FIELDS EMPLOYINGGRAPHIC DESIGN GRADS


MASTER OF ARTS, MASTER OF SCIENCE, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY —HOUSING STUDIES TRACK, DESIGN GRADUATE PROGRAM

A graduate degree in Housing Studies will expand your knowledge of housing-related issues. This multidisciplinary program draws from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Students are trained in a variety of research methodologies. Coursework and research experiences combine to further your understanding of the innovative approaches to the development of housing and related programs. Upon completion of the graduate degree, students seek housing careers in state and federal agencies, nonprofit community organizations, housing regulation, and higher education.

The Housing Studies Track advances both theoretical and

practical knowledge in the field. Course offerings emphasize

human needs and behavior, policy and community development,

analysis of designed environments, and housing for special

populations. Students are prepared to assist people in their

shelter-related problems through research.

Prospective HOUSING STUDIES students should meet the following standards:

■ Students applying to the housing studies track must have successfully completed with grades of C or better: six semester credits of housing or related social science coursework for a master’s, and nine semester credits for a Doctorate. Related coursework may be in disciplines such as anthropology, American studies, economics, geography, political science, psychology and/or sociology. Academic records of students will be evaluated on an individual case basis.

HOUSING STUDIES – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:





Other:




Questions:

■ Contact: Charleen Klarquist Graduate Student Support Assistant

612.626.1219 [email protected] http://z.umn.edu/designgrad

HOUSING STUDIES ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS


In the past five years, graduates acquired positions academia (50 percent), government (25 percent), and non-profit organizations (25 percent).

“My master’s degree is in Construction Management and Engineering, and I am a residential carpenter. What drew me to the Housing Studies PhD in the College of Design was the idea of looking at housing from a social science perspective. This infusion of sociology and policy to my technical and management knowledge has allowed me to gain a broad knowledge base concerning the built environment as well as an interest in and capacity to work on interdisciplinary research.”

Heidi WagnerPh.D. student in Housing Studies Track

B.A., Visual Art/American Studies, Marlboro College of Design

M.S., Construction Management, North Dakota State University

FIELDS EMPLOYING HOUSING STUDIES GRADS

MASTER OF ARTS, MASTER OF SCIENCE, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY —INTERIOR DESIGN TRACK, DESIGN GRADUATE PROGRAM


Advances in theoretical knowledge and study of the interactions of humans in interior environments prepare students for teaching and research positions as well as design specializations within the profession. The Interior Design graduate program is also available with a focus on Evidence-Based Design.

Graduate study in the Interior Design Track emphasizes

the theory, research, and specialized practice components

of design as applied to people’s health, safety, and welfare

in the interior environment, including culture, sustainability,

and issues facing design education.

Prospective INTERIOR DESIGN students should meet the following standards:

■ A bachelor’s degree in Interior Design is required for admission to study interior design at the graduate level. At the graduate level, students prepare for positions in teaching and research. Please note that experience in interior design practice is also desired.

■ If you do not have a bachelor’s degree in interior design and are interested in education that would prepare you for interior design practice, please view information about the CIDA-accredited undergraduate program in interior design.

INTERIOR DESIGN – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:





■ Portfolio - Portfolio of creative work consisting of 15-20 examples of current work. Submit as .pdf file via e-mail to [email protected]. A link to a Web site is acceptable.

Other:




Questions:



INTERIOR DESIGN ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS


In the past five years, graduates acquired positions in academia (45 percent, with 80 percent of those as tenure-track positions), and in business and industry (55 percent).

“My graduate program has provided a space to fulfill my curious mind and has opened me to new questions and new answers. The interdisciplinary spirit is freeing, and support from faculty and staff is unmatched. Ultimately it has given me the knowledge and experience to work in my dream career, which was shaped in-part through this program.”

Angelita ScottPh.D. student in Interior Design Track

B.S., Interior Design, University of Minnesota M.S., Interior Design Track, Design Graduate Program,

University of Minnesota

FIELDS EMPLOYING INTERIOR DESIGN GRADS

MASTER OF SCIENCE, DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY—HUMAN FACTORS & ERGONOMICS


This program is the first in the country to offer a PhD that is specifically a Human Factors degree, rather than a degree in a discipline such as Psychology or Industrial Engineering, which can be given a Human Factors emphasis.

Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE) is the study of how to make technological systems

safe, effective, easy and enjoyable to use. The graduate program is comprised of faculty

representing most of the colleges at the University of Minnesota and offers interdisciplinary

coursework that addresses human performance and how it can be enhanced through design

of tools, systems, working environments, processes, and organizations. HFE has applications

ranging from clothing and living spaces to business processes, the design of health care

processes and technology, computer interfaces, and spacecraft cockpits. Business and

industry value graduates whose knowledge and skills are essential to creating effective

products that can compete in a global market.

HUMAN FACTORS & ERGONOMICS ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

HUMAN FACTORS & ERGONOMICS – Application MaterialAll application materials must be submitted by January 15.

Required:


■ Essay - Personal statement of your academic and professional goals for the degree desired (one to two pages). Applicants are encouraged to identify faculty whose research interests align with their own and to provide this information in the goal statement.



Other:




Questions:




“The Human Factors and Ergonomics graduate program provides me the opportunity to interact and obtain a multidisciplinary viewpoint. The program allows me to gain the skills and requirements to apply human factors across domains and interact effectively with my peers in different areas. What drew me to the program was the opportunity to learn HFE and apply it across disciplines rather than be limited to interactions within one domain. I enjoy the freedom to identify and take courses that are relevant to my interests as well as the core interests of the program.”

Christopher EdwardsPh.D. student in Human Factors & Ergonomics

B.A., Psychology, Mount Royal CollegeM.S., Psychology, University of Calgary

“The Human Factors Program allows me to study across university departments and collaborate with industry partners. I’m able to combine creativity with science fundamentals so that my designs are rigorous, repeatable, and in high demand on the job market.”

Zane ThimmeschPh.D. student in Human Factors & Ergonomics

B.A., Film/Video, Hampshire CollegeM.F.A., Film/Video & Creative Writing,

California Institute of Arts

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