Digital Futures (MA, MDes, MFA) in Canada at OCAD Canada

Program Overview for Digital Futures (MA, MDes, MFA) in Canada:

The Digital Futures Graduate Program responds to digital technology's increasingly important and complex role as a catalyst for change. 
 Digital Futures has a team of international students and teachers.

A global perspective is a key to securing the future of our graduates in the eclectic international creative digital industry (including design, art, creative services, entertainment, media, and cultural industries). The Digital Futures program is offered in cooperation with the Canadian Film Center (CFC) Media Lab. 

The student-centered learning method of the digital future is suitable for research and practice. This course ensures that you gain basic digital knowledge and skills as you explore specific areas of interest through electives, industry internships, residency, and independent study. 

The program focuses on practice-based learning and prototyping, with corporate components and support for thesis research. Industry associations help students build a career path before graduation. We encourage you to intern with industry partners to guide your thesis research.

The Master of Digital Futures is a two-year full-time program. In this program, you will conduct academic and practical research in design, art, and technologically advanced media through the following methods: 

• Critical Thinking
• Research and Practice
• Business and Innovation Research
• Computing and Emerging Digital Methods

This is An 8 full-time credits, including:  

• Basic courses in computing, business creation, innovation, and leadership
• Basic courses in digital methods, research, theory, and practice
• Intensive courses in digital projects and prototyping
• Individuals with senior consultants and mentors Creative Research and Supervision Committee
• Summer Internship and/or Study Abroad
• Creative Digital Thesis Project and Supporting Work (MFA/MDes) or Written Thesis and Supporting Creative Project (MA) 

The student declares that they intend to study for the Master of Design ( MDes) ), Mei obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts (MFA) or Master of Arts (MA) when applying. The result of the selected title is unique. MDes and MFA focus on creating practice-based research through supporting papers. The master's degree shifted the focus, focusing on academic research papers and supporting creative projects.

The eligibility for Digital Futures (MA, MDes, MFA) in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

Applicants must hold a BA, BFA, BDes, BComm, BSc, BEng or comparable honors degree/certification with an average of 75 percent (B+) or better during the last two years of study, or must demonstrate impressive experience and expertise as a practitioner in a relevant discipline.

All applicants must demonstrate creative and conceptual competence at a good level, as well as the clear potential for acquiring practical knowledge in the diverse disciplines relevant to this graduate program to create an innovative and implementable thesis project. Other Admission Requirement:

• Research Proposal (800 to 1,000 words): Applicants must provide an initial proposal for a research creation project that they are interested in pursuing in the program. This should include: 1) title; 2) the idea – what you want to research / do / make; 3) the context - your proposed field of study including any relevant theories, methodologies, art or design works, or technologies; 4) the rationale for the research - why you want to do this and what is the significance; 5) technology, media, or tools that will be used to create the work; 6) expected outcome(s) in terms of realized creative work; 7) the relevance of the applicant’s background and experience; 8) any reference sources used in the proposal; 9) bibliography of relevant sources
• Samples of Work: You must submit samples of relevant student and/or professional work produced in the last five years. Visual work, analysis reports, and proposal documents may be included. You are expected to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of your primary area of interest.
• CV: Applicants should include an updated copy of their curriculum vitae.
• Program Specific Questions: Applicants will be asked to provide responses to a series of questions specific to the program.
• Transcripts
• Three (3) reference letters.

These are the test eligibilities for the Digital Futures (MA, MDes, MFA) to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Digital Futures (MA, MDes, MFA) in Canada.

As a graduate of the digital future, you will be qualified to fill the following positions: 

• Digital project leader
•  Producer of the cultural industry
• Manager and coordination between art and design department and staff
• Creators
•  Crossroads of film, television, and digital media producers
• Digital strategists and educators 

Graduates of the Future Digital Program will be prepared to play a leadership role in research and development in the fields of media, art, technology, entertainment, and education.

Funding options for international students in Canada are limited. It is important that you have a solid financial plan in place before beginning your studies. In order to obtain a study permit, you will be required to prove to Canadian immigration officials that you have sufficient financial resources to support yourself.

Contact info:

Josh Paglione
Graduate Program Coordinator (Digital Futures & Inclusive Design)
jpaglione@ocadu.ca
416-977-6000, Ext. 423

Kate Hartman
Program Director, Digital Futures
khartman@faculty.ocadu.ca
416-977-6000, Ext. 4652