Master of Arts in Sustainable Design

Ideal for working adults who are passionate about sustainability, understand the power of design, and want to affect change, MCAD's Master of Arts in Sustainable Design is a unique, fully online program that engages a world-class community to creatively lead sustainable solutions across disciplines and industries. Asynchronous coursework offers flexibility while occasional synchronous meetings allow for community-building with fellow students, faculty, and visiting experts. Course activities may include readings, videos, discussions, projects, team work, and critiques. Small class sizes encourage collaboration and personal attention from experienced faculty. Explore current sustainability theories and frameworks.

Practice innovative sustainable design tools and techniques through project-based assignments. Experience collaborative design and creative leadership. Develop systems thinking, critical thinking, research, writing, problem-solving, and visual-presentation skills. Build a web-based portfolio of your coursework. Complete a cutting-edge, sustainability-focused thesis project and presentation. Gain actionable knowledge that keeps you and your organization at the forefront of this increasingly important field. Engage with an international network of sustainability professionals and supportive MCAD alumni.