It's official: the Design Lab is launching the Master of Design. Design education, powered by an entire research university. The new UC San Diego Master of Design is a two-year graduate program for designers ready to move from making things to shaping systems, and from contributing to leading. The MDes is explicitly focused on design leadership — preparing students for roles like Chief Design Officer, VP of Design, or Design Director Two years. Full-time. On campus at the Design Lab. First cohort begins Fall 2027. CTA: Fall 2027 cohort. Link in bio.