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Centre for Digital Media

MASTER’S DEGREE PATHWAY IN VANCOUVER

CDM State-of-the-Art Facilities

VanArts and Centre for Digital Media (CDM) have partnered to deliver a cross-institutional pathway enabling VanArts graduates to complete a Master of Digital Media Degree (MDM) at CDM in 16 months.

VanArts graduates are eligible for a $4000 CAD scholarship.

What is the VanArts – CDM Master’s Degree Pathway?

This cross-institutional pathway enables qualified VanArts graduates to complete a Master of Digital Media Degree (MDM) at CDM in 16 months when studying full time. CDM also offers exclusive seat holds for qualified VanArts graduates and a special $4000 CAD scholarship to be applied towards CDM tuition.

All VanArts graduates are eligible for this pathway and scholarship, with the MDM being a good match for:
• 2D/3D Character Animation
• Game Art and Design
• Visual Effects for Film and TV
• Web Development and Digital Design

Applicants must complete the MDM application process and meet academic requirements to be considered.

About CDM

Located at the heart of the Creative District on Great Northern Way in Vancouver, Centre for Digital Media (CDM) is a thriving campus with an earned reputation as a destination for collaboration amongst learners, educational leaders, industry and community based-partners. CDM was established through the ground-breaking partnership of four leading academic institutions: The University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU), and the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).

Master of Digital Media

The MDM is a 16-month (including 12-months of work integrated learning) professional master’s program that gives you hands-on experience creating digital media products, working with real clients, and developing industry-relevant leadership and collaboration skills.

Benefits of the Master of Digital Media
• 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
• International graduates will be eligible to apply for a post-grad work permit
• Affordable, quality housing available in Vancouver’s Creative District

Alumni Success:

• 96% employed within 1-year
• 90% work in mid-level, senior, or executive roles
• 27% won or nominated for an industry award
• 18% launched their own start up

Start at VanArts >> Finish at CDM

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