Interaction Design Emily Carr University of Art + Design

Overview

The Interaction Design programme at Emily Carr University of Art + Design provides a comprehensive undergraduate education focused on the intersection of technology, creativity, and human experience. Students develop the technical proficiency and critical thinking necessary to innovate within the rapidly evolving digital landscape. This degree prepares graduates to lead in creative industries by mastering the tools and theories of modern design.

Why Interaction Design at Emily Carr University of Art + Design?

As Canada’s top-ranked art and design university, the institution offers a globally recognised degree within a community of approximately 2,000 undergraduate students. Learners benefit from extensive industry connections and the Vancouver advantage, providing a unique professional edge. The university features world-class facilities, including specialised shops and studios, where students can bring complex digital and physical projects to life. Teaching is led by expert faculty and practicing professionals who provide mentorship in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 28632 per year
• National fee: CAD 6028 per year

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Syllabus

All undergraduate students begin with a Foundation Year to explore various art, design, and media disciplines before progressing into their major. Modules may include:

• Indigenous Presence
• Visual Arts Studio
• Interdisciplinary Studio
• Academic Core
• Humanities
• Visual Culture
• Composition and Rhetoric
• Media Studies

Careers with Interaction Design

Graduates from this programme are equipped for diverse roles across the global creative and tech sectors. The curriculum focuses on building professional networks through exhibitions such as The Show, where students present their work to industry leaders. Potential career paths include:

• User Experience Design
• Digital Experience Design
• Game Design
• Tech and Innovation
• Interaction Design for Mobile and Web
• Entrepreneurship and Independent Studio Practice
• Environmental and Social Design
• Curation and Cultural Programming

Many alumni also choose to pursue further academic excellence through graduate studies in design or interdisciplinary fields, leveraging the strong theoretical and practical foundation gained during their time at the university.