How to apply

Prepare the documents to include in your online application:

• A statement of purpose indicating specific interest in the Master of Design program and how it relates to long-term academic, personal and professional goals (maximum 2 pages);
• Research proposal;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Proof of citizenship;
• IELTS/TOEFL Language Requirement (international applicants) The language of instruction at Concordia is English. 
  If your primary language is not English, you must write a pre-admission proficiency test. Proof of proficiency in English must be provided by achieving the appropriate score.

The research proposal (maximum 5 pages) should include well-formulated research questions, addressing the theoretical frameworks in which questions will be addressed, potential outcomes, and a justification of the relevance of the topic. The proposal must also include an assessment of the feasibility of the proposed research over three consecutive semesters, demonstrating evidence of knowledge and skills relevant to the program and proposed area of concentration.

Admission is contingent on the availability of appropriate faculty members in the Department of Design and Computation Arts for the proposed project. You may contact or identify potential advisors, but supervisory agreements are made during the first semester.

You must request letters of reference from two academic referees who can attest to your ability to conduct research and/or provide an assessment of your creative practice.