New York, New York – May 15, 2020 – The Master of Professional Studies in Lighting Design (MPS-L) is a one-year, post-professional degree that provides rigorous education in the art and science of architectural lighting design. All classes are structured for working professionals, with class offered in the evenings. New in fall 2020, the New York School of Interior Design will offer a distance learning option for this program.

“The New York School of Interior Design’s masters in lighting design has always been structured for the working professional to obtain an advanced degree,” said MPS-L director Shaun Fillion. “At NYSID, we have excelled in our online course delivery since long before the outbreak of the Coronavirus, which has given me, as the director of this dynamic program, the confidence to move forward with distance learning option for the MPS-L program. This will help emerging professionals pursue an advanced degree without needing to relocate, which benefits the industry nationwide. The program will continue to serve professionals who wish to work during the day and pursue a degree at night. We continued to maintain a 100% employment rate for graduates entering the lighting industry after graduation from this program, and we’re excited to develop it further.”

Remote and onsite MPS-L students will meet together in real-time using tools such as Zoom and Canvas for collaborative class experiences. In addition, all students will gather in New York City for four day on-site intensive residencies during fall, spring, and summer semesters/sessions. These residencies will include hands-on work in the NYSID Lighting Laboratory, lighting tours and focusing workshops, and will coincide with industry events like LEDucation.

NYSID program balances conceptual and practical techniques for successful lighting designs. The curriculum includes studio classes which cover both conceptual designs and hands-on projects, allowing students to tailor their portfolios with a blend of commercial, residential, and retail projects. Design studios are supplemented by courses covering the science of light, luminaires and light sources, and natural and artificial lighting. 

The MPS-L faculty are working professionals including studio principals, recipients of Lumen and Illumination Awards, and lighting industry leaders, as well as chairs from various lighting industry committees. The faculty and students that you meet will become your mentors and peers as you begin a professional career in lighting design.

• The program is a full-time, one full year commitment;

• Classes are in the evenings, Monday through Thursday, with an additional 4-day intensive offered each semester;

• The program is offered onsite or online;

• Applicants must have a degree in interior design, architecture, engineering or theatrical lighting (related fields will be considered if applicant is able to demonstrate aptitude and sufficient preparation to succeed);

• All applicants must submit a portfolio of recent work, including architectural and interior designs, photography, sketches, and lighting studies.

The MPS-L distance learning has been approved by the New York State Education Department and, is pending approval by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), one of the New York School of Interior Design’s institutional accreditors.

For inquiries about the Master of Professional Studies in Lighting Design at New York School of Interior Design, please contact program director Shaun Fillion at shaun.fillion@nysid.edu.

About New York School of Interior Design

New York School of Interior Design is a private, nonprofit college focused exclusively on interior design. The college offers certificate, undergraduate, and graduate programs for students at all stages of their careers—whether they’re just becoming familiar with the discipline, considering a career change, or looking to deepen knowledge in a particular area. Consistently ranked one of the top interior design programs in the United States, students study both residential and commercial interior design, some with specialties in sustainable design, lighting, and healthcare interiors. NYSID students enjoy a small class size and sharp focus, a great deal of personal attention from dedicated faculty, and they go on to practice at the highest levels of the profession. To learn more, visit NYSID.edu.

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