Mona Behfeld

Mona Behfeld serves as a Researcher at the Muthesius Academy of Fine Arts in Kiel, Germany, affiliated with the Institute of Art, Design and Media Studies. She holds a Master of Arts degree and maintains an active dual career as both an academic researcher and freelance communication designer/illustrator.

• Educational Background: Master of Arts degree with specialization in communication design, media theory, and aesthetics

Her research expertise spans Communication Design, where she investigates visual communication systems and information design; Media Theory, examining philosophical and cultural implications of media technologies; and Aesthetics, exploring sensory-emotional responses to visual design. Behfeld's work emphasizes the critical integration of theoretical frameworks with practical design applications, contributing to innovative communication strategies within contemporary design practice.

As a research supervisor, she guides doctoral students through their academic journey, providing mentorship on research methodology and theoretical grounding. Her professional practice as a freelance designer bridges academic theory with real-world industry applications, offering students valuable practical insights alongside scholarly perspectives. This dual approach aligns with the Muthesius Academy's educational philosophy that emphasizes the fundamental relationship between theory and practice in art and design education.

Behfeld contributes to the Academy's mission as Schleswig-Holstein's only art school, which fosters culturally relevant biographies through project-based learning and maintains approximately 630 study places across various art and design disciplines. Her work supports the institution's participation in Clusters of Excellence, enhancing Germany's position as a competitive research center.