The MDM program will serve to prepare students for the digital economy by enhancing their primary skill set with a digital media focus. We encourage students from every and any background to apply for a spot.
Minimum Academic Requirements:
Applicants must have completed a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited university in North America, or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution outside North America. Applicants must have an overall average of 3.33/4.33 (B+) or equivalent in the last two years of their undergraduate studies.
Students may apply from any area of specialization, but post-secondary education in the areas of engineering, business, multimedia, science, media production, graphics, fine arts, art history or design will be particularly useful. Previous digital media, programming, and production experiences are recommended but not required. Students admitted to the program without prior programming experience will be required to take a course in technology for non-programmers in addition to the curriculum requirements.
Program Specific Documents:
Applicants must demonstrate that they have the necessary background to pursue intensive work in a production-oriented digital media program. A portfolio of your work will be required. The portfolio should demonstrate your proficiency in your area of specialization or knowledge, whether your background is in business, creative or technical industries.
The portfolio may include but is not limited to, video, film, animation, photography, prototype, design, programming code or business planning. The portfolio may be submitted in text, as a digital media product or a combination of both. Applicants from a business background should list projects they were involved with and must demonstrate a strong expertise in business. Portfolio evaluation will be a critical component of the admissions process.
Letters of Recommendation:
A minimum of three reference letters are required. If you are a recent graduate, two of your letters must be academic references from instructors at the post-secondary level. If you have been working within the industry for more than two years, all letters can be industry-related references. It is your responsibility to contact the referee before providing their contact information on the online application form to confirm their availability.
Other program-specific background information such as a resumé/CV and Statement of Interest must be submitted as part of your online application. Interviews are also required. In cases where distance is prohibitive, the interview may be facilitated by other means such as Skype or teleconference.
Application Deadlines:
The last day to apply for scholarship consideration is July 2, 2013.
The last day to apply for admission to the MDM program is August 30, 2013. However, we reserve the right to close applications if the program is full before that date, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Program closings will be posted on this website and on the main Graduate Admissions website.
Fees:
Tuition for the MDM program will be $16,222.50 plus incidental fees. Fees will be posted on the fees webpage once they are available.
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- To review a listing of all required admissions documents, please visit the Materials Checklist.
