Canada · Master's · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Master of Design (MDes in Social Innovation and Interaction)

Interdisciplinary graduate degree training designers to address public health communications, systemic sustainability, and inclusive civic technologies.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in design, architecture, computer science, or social sciences with minimum 3.0 GPA
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Design case studies portfolio, resume, and statement of design intent
Recommendation letters: Three letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Graduate research assistantships up to CAD $10,000 per academic year
Application fee: CAD $75
Tuition / joining costs: CAD $13,400/year (domestic) or CAD $26,500/year (international)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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