Summary
The College for Creative Studies 2026–2027 catalog page outlines the part-time requirements for its M.A. in Color & Materials Design, totaling 30 credits. In the first year, students take required courses in fall (CMD 604 Trend Research Methods and CMD 605 Color Lab: Theory & Science), winter (CMD 606 Material Lab: Crafted Science and CMD 610 Adv. Digital Vix. for CMF), and in summer choose one option (CMD 609 Digital Visualization for Color & Material Design, CMD 775 Color & Materials Design Internship, or IXDOL 624 Data Driven Design). The second year requires fall courses (CMD 601 Studio I: CMD Experience and DGR 613 Graduate Seminar) and winter courses (CMD 602 Studio II: CMD Brand Narratives plus either DGR 644 Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y or an assigned elective), with a summer final requirement of DGR 650 Final Project. The page also notes key scheduling rules (some courses must be taken in specific semesters, others depend on availability) and requires graduate students to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Master of Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30
First Year
Fall Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 604 | Trend Research Methods | 3 |
| REQ | CMD 605 | Color Lab: Theory & Science | 3 |
Winter Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 606 | Material Lab: Crafted Science | 3 |
| REQ | CMD 610 | Adv. Digital Vix. for CMF | 3 |
Summer Semester = 3-4 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose One: | CMD 609 | Digital Visualization for Color & Material Design * | |
| CMD 775 | Color & Materials Design Internship † | 3-4 | |
| IXDOL 624 | Data Driven Design (DL) |
Second Year
Fall Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 601 | Studio I: CMD Experience | 3 |
| REQ | DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
Winter Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 602 | Studio II: CMD Brand Narratives | 3 |
| Choose One: | DGR 644 | Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y † | 3 |
| —— | Assigned Elective * |
Summer Semester = 3 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 |
Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression).
Additional Information
REQ Must be taken in listed semester.
* Can take in alternate semester, based on availability.
† Is an elective offering.
(DL) Distance learning course (online only).
Assigned Electives
Studio or lecture course assigned from a specific list of approved courses. Students are required to meet with their graduate department chair for final confirmation of elective selection, prior to registration.
GPA Requirement
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.