Specialization Project II
Take a deep dive into a project that explores the frontiers of design and technology. During this two-semester requirement, you will work closely with Cornell Tech and AAP faculty and research staff to conduct research on a critical design and technology question or problem and develop an implementable design tech solution for a real human need. Specialization projects take various forms but every project results in tangible, marketable experience and a completed project that will stand out on your resume. The second semester focuses on the development of a design argument, process and iteration, team building, experimentation and prototyping, and application of your design & technology solution, product, or project.
Topics
- Develop clear design & tech methods through process and iteration.
- Develop a focused specialization project design argument.
- Demonstrate team-building and collaborative skills.
- Demonstrate understanding of experimentation and prototyping.
- Develop a refined design & technology solution, product, or project.
Official roster learning outcomes
Prerequisites & course information
DESIGN 8131.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
- Catalogue entry ↗
Catalogue variants
- Specialization Project II · 6.0 · Graduate