Master of Design [M.Des] (Design for Health)
Field of Study:
CA$38,625/Yr
Designers affect the quality of life and well-being of individuals and entire populations through the designs they create. Today, some of the most exciting design work is being carried out in the broad and diverse field of health. OCAD University’s Master of Design (MDes) in Design for Health offers the student a unique opportunity to develop competency in the area of health design.
Nearly every aspect of health care needs design expertise, including systems, service, program, and product design. As more inclusive healthcare policies and practices are developed, health challenges considered in the program include:
- The emergence of new infections including epidemics and pandemics
- Chronic diseases including mental health and addictions
- An aging population
- Health inequities including disparities in access for care for structurally marginalized individuals and groups
- Creating inclusive and healthy built environments
- Global health initiatives including HIV-AIDS and access to medicines
- Patient and caregiver oriented care planning and delivery
- A shift to multi-setting and multi-disciplinary healthcare delivery including digital health and telehealth.
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$38625 (CAD 38625) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Books and supply | CA$3000 (CAD 3000) |
| Compulsory Fees | CA$1873 (CAD 1873) |
| Total Cost | CA$4873 (CAD 4873) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$28432 (CAD 28432) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a BA, BFA, BDes, BComm, BEng, or comparable honors degree/certification with an average of 75 percent (B+) or better during the last two years of study, or must demonstrate exceptional experience/expertise as a practitioner in a relevant discipline.
Indian Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students are required to hold a BA, BFA, BDes, BComm, BEng, or comparable honors degree/certification with an average of 75 percent (B+) or better during the last two years of study, or must demonstrate exceptional experience/expertise as a practitioner in a relevant discipline.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| (ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 8,459/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,000/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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