Master of Graphic & Experience Design
Take a leadership position in user experience and user interface design (UX/UI) at a software company or design consultancy. Or become a faculty member at a research university.
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Overview
The Master of Graphic & Experience Design (MGXD) moves students toward a deeper knowledge of graphic and experience design through purposeful, individually driven design practice. Inquiry into contemporary and emergent design issues prepares graduates for leadership positions in user experience and user interface design (UX/UI), with expertise in research, data visualization, digital typography, and artificial intelligence. Successful completion of the MGXD results in a terminal degree, equivalent to the MFA, and qualifies graduates to teach at the university level or to pursue a PhD in Design. We are one of the few programs in the U.S. with STEM Classification (CIP).
The NC State Master of Graphic & Experience Design (MGXD) is consistently recognized as one of the top NASAD accredited graduate graphic and experience design programs in the country. The faculty is nationally and internationally recognized (see Faculty at a Glance). Alumni are designers in enterprise-level software companies and leading design consultancies (such as IBM, RedHat, Lenovo, Adobe, IDEO, Fjord), as well as, faculty members in colleges and universities (including University of Washington, Pratt Institute, Carnegie Mellon, University of Michigan).
🌟 Meet Jarrett Fuller, our amazing Assistant Professor of Graphic & Experience Design! 🎨✨
A passionate writer, designer, editor, and the brilliant mind behind the Scratching the Surface podcast, Jarrett dives deep into design criticism and media ecologies. His enthusiasm for teaching shines through as he engages with students who are eager to explore innovative ideas and push the boundaries of graphic design. 📚💡 Looking ahead, Jarrett believes that the future of graphic design will be fluid, with a rising demand for generalists and multidisciplinary designers.
🚀 He embraces creativity both inside and outside the classroom, enjoying gardening, reading, painting, and discovering new experimental music.
One of his proudest achievements is hosting and producing the long-running Scratching the Surface podcast, which has gained recognition from prestigious outlets like Fast Company and The New Yorker. 🏆 We’re so grateful to have Jarrett as part of our faculty!
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✨ UX, AI & Design—Learn from a leader in the field!
GXID’s Eastman Innovation Series is bringing Sara Jane Falcon, Director of UX Strategy at Wiley, to share her journey from engineering to Industrial Design and UX. Sara combines creativity and strategy to lead innovative projects such as AI-enhanced tools for the global publishing community. Don`t miss this opportunity to gain insights on UX, AI, and building a rewarding career!
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It`s amazing how our final years are sharing their wisdom with the track 2 first years! 🌟Together, we’re building a supportive community filled with laughter and learning! 🎓 The advice given is invaluable and will last far beyond these four walls.
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Our first year MGXD students just launched a new AI focused research project with the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology. They will be digging into agentic AI and the transfer of knowledge and wealth between family members. Keep an eye out for the results at semester end! #mgxd #ncstatedesign #ncstate #ncsumgxd
In Laura’s AI Augmented Design Thinking class, we are exploring the evolution of design thinking. 🧠 The goal is to understand the historical evolution of design thinking and its relevance to contemporary design practice.
Today in class we did peer interviews on our experience researching the evolution and after that, we will complete a journey map with the information we got from the interview.
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The countdown is on! Just 2 days left to apply for NC State’s Master of Graphic & Experience Design Program. Applications close January 15!
This is your opportunity to dive deep into the future of design. From A.I. and UX/UI to Data Visualization and Agentic UI, our program propels students to the forefront of design innovation.
Don’t wait—define the path forward. Apply now! Application link in bio.
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🎉🎓 Big shoutout to our amazing alum, Alberto Rigau, class of 2010! 🌟 Practicing in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he’s living proof that the journey is just as important as the destination.
🚀 His words of wisdom? "I could have never anticipated how the process of undergoing the final project in the program would become so important in my life after it… Enjoy the process. While it may seen complex now, later reflection will make you understand how crucial it is."
Check out his latest feature in GDUSA! 🏆👉 https://gdusa.com/features/responsible/gdusa-2024-responsible-designers
interview🔗https://gdusa.com/features/responsible/alberto-rigu
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Excited for our amazing MGXD thesis students as they begin their final semester! We are all behind you! ❤️❤️❤️ #mgxd #ncsumgxd #ncstate #ncstatedesign #ncstatedesignlife
Happy Holidays from the MGXD family to yours! We hope your holiday will be full of warmth and joy. We appreciate all your hard work, take rest and come back strong! #ncsumgxd #ncstatedesign #ncstate #ncsu
“Visualizing Explainable LLM Outputs” is a wrap! Professors Matt Peterson and Helen Armstrong with research assistants Kweku Baidoo and Rebecca Planchart (our own amazing MGXD students!) presented their final research yesterday. Working closely with analysts from the Laboratory for Analytic Sciences, this DOD funded work investigated visual conventions for communicating uncertainty. #ncsumgxd #mgxd #ncstatedesign #ncstate
🎓 Our last alumni spotlight of 2024 (but certainly not least): Ellis Anderson from the class of 2019! Currently rocking it as a UX Designer at Lenovo and pursuing a passion for music. 🎵
Ellis`s top tip for success? "Stay curious outside of school. Maintain a connection to a community outside of whatever work opportunity you land." 💬 Wise words from a creative soul!
Let`s celebrate Ellis and his vibrant journey filled with creativity, growth, and endless possibilities! ✨
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