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Master of Documentary Media

Toronto Metropolitan University

  • Toronto, Canada
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Toronto Metropolitan University campus

About the program

A full-time interdisciplinary MFA combining documentary traditions with newer non-fiction storytelling approaches.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

  • Analyze advanced concepts in Documentary Media
  • Apply research and professional methods
  • and communicate evidence-based solutions. Suggested learning areas: Full-time programme studying the histories
  • Exhibitions. Credit count
  • Duration are on the page.

Career outcomes

  • Film and television production companies
  • Arts administration
  • Freelance filmmaker
  • Photographer or new media producer
  • Further study (PhD)
  • Education

Curriculum

  • Full-time programme studying the histories and theories of documentary alongside production tools. Students complete major creative thesis projects that are presented at the DocNow Festival with screenings and exhibitions. Credit count and duration are on the page.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum B (3.00/4.33) in the last two years
  • Many programmes ask for B+ (3.33/4.33). Statement of interest
  • CV
  • Transcripts
  • Two reference letters and English proficiency
  • Some programmes add a portfolio
  • Work experience or interview.

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised, Accredited institution, Three-year Bologna first-cycle degrees may be deemed equivalent, Programme-specific requirements apply.

Other requirements

  • Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Recommendation Letters.

How to apply

  1. Check programme requirements and deadlines on the Application Dates page (international closing date 12 March 2027 unless the programme states otherwise). Apply through OUAC and pay the application fee (110 CAD. MBA 150 CAD). Upload transcripts
  2. Statement of interest
  3. CV and reference letters as PDFs in the Applicant Upload portal. Official documents are requested after an offer. Track offers in MyServiceHub. Pay the 2
  4. 000 CAD international deposit by the confirmation deadline. Apply for a Canadian study permit.

Other costs

Tuition per year$27,274 CAD
Application fee$110 CAD
Deposit$5,500 CAD

Program details

CampusDowntown Toronto campus
Faculty or schoolThe Creative School
DepartmentArts and Design
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.