Program Overview
The Digital Media at University of British Columbia is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 16 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Digital Media programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 53,629 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 35,951 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Digital Media programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Digital Media
- Interdisciplinary Improvisation
- Foundations of Game Design
- The Visual Story
- Special Topics in Digital Media
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must have completed a 4-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) acceptable to all 4 CDM Partner Institutions in a field related to digital media
- Samples of work
- Letter of intent
- Short formal essay
- Computer Skills and Literacy Summary Form
- Three reference letters, each from a suitably qualified person.
- Program Survey Form.
- Resume that includes an overall summary of your professional achievements (no more than 250 words).
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 53,629 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 35,951 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 53,629 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 35,951 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 16 months
