Master in Inclusive Design

OCAD University in Toronto is Canada’s specialized public university for art, design, and digital media, with a history dating back to 1876 and a student community of roughly 5,000. OCAD U offers a broad portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degrees focused on creative practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research-led innovation. International students are part of a vibrant campus culture that encourages experimentation across visual arts, design, media, and emerging technologies.

The university provides studio-based learning environments, specialized labs, fabrication workshops, and exhibition spaces that enable hands-on development of portfolios and public-facing projects. Cross-disciplinary initiatives and partnerships with cultural institutions, industry, and community organizations in Toronto give students opportunities for internships, collaborative research, and real-world project experience. Faculty are practicing artists and designers who emphasize critical thinking and professional development.

OCAD U supports career readiness through portfolio development, mentorship, and connections to galleries, studios, and creative enterprises. International applicants can access services for admissions advice, visa guidance, and orientation to city life in Toronto. Prospective students should investigate program specifications, studio resources, and opportunities for collaborative projects to ensure alignment with their artistic and professional goals.

The Master in Inclusive Design at Ontario College of Art and Design University is a master's degree for students who want to become global leaders in inclusive design. This program in English helps students learn to think differently and create inclusive policies, services, products, and solutions. Its main advantages include access to OCAD U's Inclusive Design Research Centre and a hybrid teaching model.

The curriculum includes foundation courses, theory courses, a research methods course, and a laboratory stream, all of which support a culminating Major Research Project. Students also participate in colloquium sessions, a festival, and a graduate symposium. They learn from guest experts and leading innovators in the field of inclusive design.

Graduates can become Inclusive Design Specialists, Accessibility Consultants, User Experience Researchers, or Social Impact Designers. They can work in industries like technology, healthcare, or education, for employers such as inclusive design firms, accessibility organizations, or social impact companies.