Bachelor in Digital Futures

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 1, 2027; tuition fees are 28,000 CAD per year.

The Bachelor in Digital Futures at Ontario College of Art and Design University is a four-year program for students who want to create innovative technologies. This English-taught program helps students develop core digital skills while exploring their interests in art, design, and liberal arts.

The curriculum includes hands-on studio and research lab spaces where students work on projects driven by new technologies, such as computer software and coding, smartphone app development, game design, and digital art. Students also take classes in entrepreneurship and leadership in the digital economy.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as software developers, game designers, digital artists, user experience designers, and technology consultants, working in industries like tech, gaming, and digital media.

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.