Masters in Furniture Design

Program Overview

The program aims to equip students with fundamental skills and knowledge in traditional Saudi Arabian heritage furniture design and manufacturing processes, covering a broad range of topics in partnership with the Italian university Politecnico di Milano, including

• Understanding Saudi cultural heritage and traditionas related to traditional arts.
• Studying the history and evolution of furniture from ancient times to the modern era.
• Designing interior furniture for various buildings while exploring the traditional arts involved.
• Learning about material technologies, decoration materials, carpentry, and their effective use.
• Training in design thinking fundamentals, creativity techniques, and design analysis.
• Building practical models of traditional furniture using contemporary design techniques that reflect Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity.

Program Objectives:

• Acquire creative skills.
• Develop modern design thinking abilities.
• Gain scientific knowledge and cultural expertise to become a professional furniture designer.
• Develop sustainable products that reflect Saudi heritage and meet future aspirations.

Career Prospects:

• Traditional Furniture Designer
• Traditional Furniture Developer
• Furniture Design Developer
• Furniture Design and Development Manager
•  Entrepreneur in Traditional and Contemporary Furniture Design

Admission requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Arts, Architecture, Engineering, or an equivalent field with a minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 5 (or 2.5 out of 4), or a bachelor’s degree in another field with at least two years of relevant experience.
• Proof of English proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent (exemption for those who studied in English).
• Submission of two letters of recommendation from academic professors or professional employers.
• Submission of a portfolio.
• Passing a personal interview.
• Submission of an updated CV/resume.
• Commitment to full-time study attendance and providing employer approval if employed.
   

Target Audience

Holders of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited university