Nordic Green, Master
Akademischer Grad
Master of Arts in Design for Sustainable Transition
Fakultät
Gestaltung
Präsenz- / Fernstudium
Präsenzstudium
Regelstudienzeit
4 semester
Studienbeginn
jeweils zum Wintersemester
Studienort
Hochschule Wismar (DE), LAB University of Applied Sciences (FI), Art Academy of Latvia, Riga (LVA)
Unterrichtssprachen
Englisch
Akkreditierung
Der Studiengang ist akkreditiert
Academic Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) of at least 210 ECTS credits from a recognised higher education institution in a relevant field of study (from creative subject areas as Design, Architecture, Fine Arts; and from other subject areas as Engineering, Economics, Social Sciences).
The degree must be completed before the commencement of the Programme. A degree from a non-EHEA country will be evaluated in line with the standards outlined in the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and have to be documented by a Diploma Supplement (Appendix 1).
The overall grade of the first academic degree must be at least 1.5, according to German grading scale (Appendix 2), corresponding to A/B in ECTS.
Language Proficiency
Proficiency in English is required. Acceptable proof of proficiency includes:
- TOEFL (minimum score 80 on the iBT)
- IELTS (minimum score 6.5 overall)
- Cambridge English qualifications (minimum score C1)
- Other recognised English proficiency tests (equivalent to the above).
Applicants who have completed a degree in English or are native English speakers may be exempt from this requirement.
Additional Requirements
- Motivational Statement/Essay: A statement detailing the applicant’s motivation for applying to the Programme, career aspirations, and reasons for choosing the joint programme.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): An up-to-date CV detailing academic background,professional experience, and any relevant extracurricular activities.
- Portfolio or Supplementary Materials: Portfolio of works, projects, research proposals, or other relevant documents.
- Proof of at least two years of successful professional or practical experience after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in the respective field.
- Participation in a 20-minute personal interview conducted by two members of the Admission Committee, representing two different partner institutions. The interview will be held online during the final phase of the application process, and only with the shortlisted candidates.
Master's Degree Course
Start in winter semester 2027/2028
International Joint Master’s Programme of Excellence
Nordic Green is an international joint Master’s programme of excellence offered by Hochschule Wismar – University of Applied Sciences: Technology, Business and Design (Germany), LAB University of Applied Sciences (Finland), and the Art Academy of Latvia (Latvia).
The programme brings together three leading institutions from the Scandinavian-Baltic region to address global sustainability challenges through design, creative arts, and systems thinking. Rooted in Nordic design principles—sustainability, simplicity, and harmony with nature—Nordic Green combines this heritage with a multidisciplinary and forward-looking global approach.
Nordic Green envisions design as a transformative force for sustainable change, empowering students to develop innovative, cross-cultural solutions and to lead the green transition across industries and societies. It offers a collaborative learning environment where co-design, co-creation, and participatory methods are central to both education and innovation.
Admission Profile
The programme seeks candidates with an excellent Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least two years of professional or practical experience after graduation. Applicants should demonstrate academic excellence, creativity, and a holistic, systemic mindset—able to connect design, sustainability, and societal impact.
Ideal candidates are collaborative, adaptable, and solution-oriented, with experience in teamwork and a strong commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Leadership potential and the ability to coordinate and contribute to dynamic, interdisciplinary projects are key qualities.
Programme Standards
Nordic Green adheres to the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) standards and guidelines, ensuring quality, transparency, and equal access for all applicants.