4 Weeks, 3 Credits Summer Courses for College, Graduate Students and Professionals
All levels of experience welcome
Invest in your creative and professional development this summer with credit-bearing courses designed for professionals looking to upskill or reskill, graduate students seeking specialized knowledge, and undergraduates wanting to get ahead. Summer Credit Intensives offer a unique opportunity to bridge classroom theory and professional practice in fields like architecture, graphic design, fashion, industrial design, fine arts, and more. Earn three (3) undergraduate or graduate level credits while exploring new mediums, expanding your network, building a standout portfolio, and gaining the skills needed for your next professional move. Learners, of all experiences, are welcomed. Discover what students are creating by visiting the SCPS Production Corner to view recent work.
Summer Credit Intensives are taught by Pratt’s distinguished faculty of outstanding creative professionals and scholars. Each instructor shares a common desire to fully develop each student’s individual potential and creativity. Our faculty come from diverse educational and professional backgrounds representing the breadth of art and design’s complexity. This multiplicity of views and experiences provides for a tailored education that is as unique as each of the students. Courses include required homework assignments to be completed outside of class hours.
SUMMER 2026 COURSE DATES
SUMMER 1:
June 1 – June 25, 2026 (M, T, W, Th*)
SUMMER 2:
July 6 – July 30, 2026** (M, T, W, Th)
**The July 30th end date listed above is for studio courses. Lecture courses end one day early on July 29, 2026 — see details in course descriptions.
Questions? Email scps-credit@pratt.edu
Summer Credit Intensive Courses and Schedules
This immersive course gets you working fast. Develop spatial reasoning through interactive studio exercises, 3D thinking, sketching, drafting, and building physical models. The work is hands-on, collaborative, and iterative. Architecture touches everything: urban planning, interior design, music, health, preservation, sustainability, AI and curatorial practice. Look at design through these interdisciplinary lenses and connect spatial thinking to environment and context. Whether this is your first architecture course or tenth, this intensive is a balance of foundation and inspiration in architectural principles and professional practice. The field is vast. The path is yours. Come ready to make things and leave with clarity about what architecture can be and what you want it to be.
INSTRUCTOR: CHRISTOPH A. KUMPUSH, Ing., Mag. Arch., PhD. Summer Session 1: M-T-W-TH 2–6 PM, 3 undergraduate credits | MANHATTAN OR ONLINE Summer Session 2: M-T-W-TH 2–6 PM, 3 undergraduate credits | MANHATTAN OR ONLINE
Unleash your artistic potential by developing fluency and confidence in the most essential of all art disciplines, drawing. You’ll learn techniques in observing and depicting form and space from life, and to explore images and ideas from your own imagination. A range of materials and subjects will be covered, as well as fundamental processes such as perspective, light and shading, and figure study. This course will cultivate your visual fluency, providing a solid foundation for further study in design, architecture, and illustration, and will enhance your portfolio and professional skillset.
INSTRUCTOR: SCOTT WILLIAMS Summer Session 1: M-T-W-TH 2–6 PM, 3 undergraduate credits | MANHATTAN OR ONLINE Summer Session 2: Not Available
This dynamic course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fashion industry, from concept to creation. Learn design principles, collection development, and construction techniques in Pratt’s Manhattan and Brooklyn studios. Exclusive site visits such as, industry exhibits and designer showrooms, will launch your career in design, merchandising, or styling.
In this intensive studio environment, students master the fundamentals of drawing and painting while exploring the power of intention, process and personal expression. The curriculum bridges the gap between theory and practice with reflection on historical and contemporary artists to inspire projects. Students experiment with drawing, painting, mixed media, color theory, and composition to expand their artistic vocabulary. Through a combination of guided instruction and independent project development, students receive the critique necessary to produce a strong portfolio. Ideal for aspiring artists, seasoned educators, and anyone looking to elevate their creative practice, this course provides the tools to refine both vision and technique.
INSTRUCTOR: MELANIE KOZOL Summer Session 1: Not available Summer Session 2: M-T-W-TH 2–6 PM, 3 undergraduate credits | MANHATTAN OR ONLINE
Master the art of graphic design and become a visual storyteller. This intensive course provides the skills and knowledge to create compelling visuals for print and digital media. Students learn graphic design language, typography, branding, composition, and concept creation using industry-standard tools, such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Gain practical branding experience by developing a professional portfolio showcasing unique designs for logos, websites, posters, and packaging. Benefit from expert guidance and a dynamic learning environment to launch a career in graphic design, advertising, marketing, or related fields.
Dive into the full world of industrial design in this hands-on studio intensive. Rooted in the foundational principles of design, the course guides you through every phase of the creative process including research, ideation, sketching, material exploration, fabrication, and presentation. Working through a series of progressively challenging projects, you will build critical thinking skills, develop your formal design sensibility, and gain practical experience in visual communication and emerging fabrication techniques. Be immersed in an active studio environment where you will explore a range of design concepts from sustainability to user-centered thinking. Through iterative experimentation, critique, and direct engagement with visiting professionals from the design industry, discover how industrial design shapes everyday experiences and contributes to a better future.
INSTRUCTOR: MUNIRE KIRMACI Summer Session 1: Not Available Summer Session 2: M-T-W-TH 9 AM–1 PM, 3 undergraduate credits | BROOKLYN OR ONLINE
Confront real-world design challenges and learn to create spaces that are both functional and aesthetically captivating. Master the essential elements of design – color, form, light, texture, and space – and apply them through design theory, spatial planning, and material selection. Sharpen your critical thinking and design skills through hands-on studio work and extensive critiques. Engage in dynamic discussions on the history of interior design, contemporary practices, and the relationship between design and society.
INSTRUCTOR: WILLIAM WATSON Summer Session 1: M-T-W-TH 9 AM–1 PM, undergraduate3 credits | MANHATTAN OR ONLINE Summer Session 2: Not Available
Master the art of the high-impact mark. This is a builder’s course for the designer who wants to move from raw ideation to professional execution. We’ll dive into the architecture of a brand, using sketching as a tool for strategic thinking. You’ll develop a visual language that holds its own across web, print, and motion, while learning the discipline of documenting that soul in a comprehensive style guide. By mastering the nuances of typography and color systems, you’ll learn how to distinguish a brand in a crowded field. This isn’t just about a logo. It’s about creating a cohesive, industry-ready system.
