Master of Fine Arts in Studio
Designed Objects saic.edu/mfadesob Our MFA program in Designed Objects focuses on reimagining the objects that exist within the current and upcoming realities that we navigate and negotiate within every day. Students cultivate new relationships between the designer and the consumer, citizen and society through critical thinking, historical study, and interdisciplinary engagement. Personalized exploration The program offers an expansive educational model that encourages students to engage the world both in and outside of design, working with faculty and peers in other areas that support their research and creative development. SAIC offers an exceptionally vibrant and diverse community of makers and scholars, offering the freedom to choose from a variety of studio classes, topical seminars, material approaches, and faculty advisors.
Immersive alternative Students may opt to pursue the Master of Design in Designed Objects (MDDO). This program is intended for those seeking immersive training focused on building the critical and technical skills necessary for advanced object design practice. The MDDO program provides an opportunity to study within a structured, course-based curriculum of Designed Objects-specific studios, seminars, and technical labs.
Immersive alternative Students may opt to pursue the Master of Design in Designed Objects (MDDO). This program is intended for those seeking immersive training focused on building the critical and technical skills necessary for advanced object design practice. The MDDO program provides an opportunity to study within a structured, course-based curriculum of Designed Objects-specific studios, seminars, and technical labs.
Studio projects Through their studio work and graduate projects, supported by coursework and seminars, students are exposed to dialogues around the production, exhibition, and function of art and design. Graduate critiques are central to the MFA experience and include discipline-specific panels in the fall semester and interdisciplinary conferences in the spring semester.
For more information on requirements, please visit:
saic.edu/mfadesob
Norman Teague
The Sullivan Fabrication Studio This dedicated fabrication workshop is equipped with a full range of hand tools and industrial wood- and metalworking machines.
Curriculum Requirements Studio MFA 6009 Graduate Projects, Seminars and/or a maximum of 12 credits of 3000 level and above studios
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Art History ARTHI 5002 Graduate Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art or ARTHI 5120 Survey of Modern and Contemporary Architecture and Design
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Art History Courses at the 4000 level or above
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• Mold-making facility with plaster mixing, dust collection, fume extractor, and vacuum chamber
Electives Any course in any area at 3000 level or above
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• Large high-flow paint and finishing hood
Participation in four graduate critiques
• Material sales center with sheet goods, hardwoods, plastics, foam, etc. • 2 CNC routers (4’ x 8’ highspeed; 2’ x 2’ prototyping) • Vacuum thermo-former • Power tools, including a jointer, planer, mortiser, drill press, lathe, table saws, band saws, and sanders • Assorted sewing machines
• On-site materials library • Dedicated workspace in large, open-plan communal studios
Participation in ONE of the following appropriate to your artistic practice: Graduate Exhibition, Graduate Performance Event or Graduate Screenings. Total Credit Hours
Faculty GIONATA GATTO ERIC HOTCHKISS TIM PARSONS JIM TERMEER For complete faculty listing visit: saic.edu/mfadesob
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Application Process Submit: › Online application › Application fee › Official college transcripts › Statement of purpose › Letters of recommendation › ePortfolio › Résumé/CV
Application Deadline: January 10
Eunsil Ji (photo by Jonathan Allen)
Yasmeen Arkadan
Yasmeen Arkadan Passage Simulation
The Advanced Output Center Students have access to a fully equipped printing and prototyping lab, including:
• 120w laser cutters • 3D printers, including machines that use PLA, ASA, and acrylic-like resin as building material • 3D scanners, including Artec Eva, Handyscan, and NextEngine • Flatbed and large format scanners
Tianxin Li AI Design Creation, 2022
Graduate Admissions 36 South Wabash Avenue, suite 1201 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone 312.629.6100 / 800.232.7242 gradmiss@saic.edu
For application requirements, visit saic.edu/mfadesob