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Master of Interdisciplinary Art, Media and Design in MDes

OCAD University

Toronto, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Two-year interdisciplinary master's degree in art, Media and design, Ending in an MFA or MDes by portfolio.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Interdisciplinary Art
Media and Design in MDes to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two-year full-time programme (part-time also offered
Not written). Graduate studio practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Designer
Creative Production Assistant
Design Researcher

Curriculum

Two-year full-time programme (part-time also offered
Not written). Graduate studio practice
Seminars in critical theory and research methods
Electives
Self-directed study and residencies. The MFA ends in a written thesis with exhibited body of work
The MDes combines a research document with a creative body of work.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours bachelor degree in a relevant field with at least B+ (75%) in the last two years
Or significant professional experience
Plus statement or proposal
Samples of work
CV
Two recommendations and transcripts
B+ (75%) average in the last two years of the bachelor degree (or significant professional experience).

Accepted academic background

Honours bachelor degree (BA, BFA, BDes or equivalent) in a relevant field with at least B+ (75%) in the last two years, Or significant professional experience, Programme-specific research proposal or statement and samples of work.

Language tests

IELTS 7.0
TOEFL iBT 5.0
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 66
Cambridge 185

Other requirements

Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).

How to apply

Check programme requirements and the 2027-03-15 final deadline. Apply online and pay the 110 CAD non-refundable fee per programme. Upload the statement or proposal
Samples of work
CV
Two recommendations and transcripts. Wait 12 to 14 weeks for review. Offers are accepted through the portal within about two weeks. Meet any offer conditions before registration
Then apply for the study permit with proof of funds. Classes begin early September 2027.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$34,208 CAD
Application fee	$110 CAD
Deposit	$54,446 CAD

Program details

Campus	Toronto
Faculty or school	School of Graduate Studies
Department	Interdisciplinary Art, Media and Design in MDes
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.