Masters of Digital Media

The Master of Digital Media (MDM) is a 16-month (including 12 months of work-integrated learning) professional graduate degree that emphasizes collaborative, project-based learning where you will get hands-on experience developing digital media products. Informed by industry mentors and diverse faculty with decades of experience, students graduate with in-demand skills that accelerate their careers.

The MDM program offers students a learning environment that fosters bold creativity and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a realistic industry-based work setting. The MDM empowers students to develop leadership, collaboration, and communication skills through multidisciplinary teamwork. Students come from around the globe and from many different undergraduate and professional backgrounds, including art, design, natural and social sciences, business, computer science, and engineering.

Industry projects and team-based learning are at the core of the MDM curriculum. In the second and third semesters, teams of three to six students work on industry-sponsored projects to develop prototypes or applications from concept to deliverable. Students get hands-on experience working with teammates who are from different backgrounds and disciplines, as well as valuable experience working with clients. Students must also secure a four-month internship, reflect, and report back on how their MDM experience is applied in the real world. This is done in a supportive environment where students can get career support and insights from faculty and staff.

Who this is for

• You want to break into the creative technology industry
• You want to compliment your skills with the soft skills that organizations need
• You want to accelerate your journey to leadership positions
• You want more real-world project experience to enhance your resume

What makes the program unique

• Develop leadership, collaboration, and communication skills through multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Solve real-world clients’ problems using innovative solutions.
• Gain the soft skills necessary to thrive in the tech industry.
• Grow professional connections and get access to career support.
• Successful international graduates will be eligible to apply for a post-grad work permit.
• Affordable, quality housing available in Vancouver’s Creative District.

The MDM Program is cohort-based and commences in September each year. The program includes three, four-month on-site semesters, and one four-month internship semester.

For more information, please visit the Centre for Digital Media website or the following links:

• Apply to MDM
• Admission Requirements
• Course Calendar
• Tuition and Fees
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Webinar Schedule

Scholarship for BCIT graduates

BCIT graduates are eligible for a $5,000 CAD scholarship. While the base level of funding is $5000, students demonstrating exceptional application materials, academic excellence, relevant work experience, and financial need may qualify for a higher amount.

Applicants will also be considered for other applicable MDM scholarships, and need-based bursaries from Simon Fraser University (SFU).

If accepted into MDM, students receive up to $2,000 CAD towards hardware/software purchases.

Alumni success

• 96% employed within 1-year
• 84% work in mid-level, senior, or executive roles
• 25% won or nominated for an industry award
• 18% launched their own start-up

Ryan Klesc
Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Officer
778-370-1010