Why UBC Students Choose the Master of Digital Media
You’ve built a technical foundation at UBC. The Master of Digital Media (MDM) helps you turn that into a career by preparing you to lead, collaborate, and innovate across industries.
Graduate career-ready: 96% of alumni find work within a year, working at companies like EA, Microsoft, Apple, Netflix Animation, SAP, and more.
Create with Industry: Over 50% of your coursework are hands-on projects, designing real prototypes for clients in tech, gaming, VR/AR, civic services, creative tech, and more.
Graduate with professional-level work: Leave the program with tangible projects that showcase your growth and readiness to contribute from day one.
Earn a Prestigious Degree: Graduate backed by UBC, SFU, Emily Carr University of Art + Design, and BCIT.
96%
Employed within 1-year
84%
Work in mid-level, senior, or executive roles
25%
Won or nominated for an industry award
18%
Launched their own start up
Our alumni are driving innovations at:
Vic Ong, Software Engineering Lead
“I came into the Master of Digital Media with a strong computer science and full-stack development background, and I wanted to advance my career by growing beyond technical expertise. The program gave me the chance to work on real industry projects, where I learned to balance business and user needs, collaborate across disciplines, and step outside my comfort zone—like when I picked up Unreal Engine to build a game. Just as importantly, I developed collaboration and leadership skills that continue to shape how I lead today as a Software Engineering Lead at SuiteSpot Inc., where I focus on motivating teams and building solutions that deliver real value to both users and the business.”
See how our alumni have found success after the MDM.
Work On Industry Projects
From AI-powered games and VR worlds to motion design for social impact—MDM students collaborate in diverse teams to produce work that stands out in the creative industry. Over 50% of the curriculum focuses on client-based projects. In the MDM, you'll get to:
Pitch and prototype original concepts.
Design immersive experiences and interactive media.
Work directly with industry partners to bring ideas to life.
Experience Life Beyond the Classroom
As a student, you will gain access to a host of fun student activities, field trips, industry tours, networking events, guest speakers, and more. Check out what our students have been up to.
Live and Work on Campus
Live at CDM’s campus in fully furnished apartments with access to public transit, a fitness facility, bike lockup, local cafes, employers and more. This is an opportunity to expand your learning experience and connect with your peers. Student jobs are also available.
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The creative problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills employers value.
See our alumni's career pathsReal-world project experience, making the transition into your career more seamless. Over 50% of the curriculum consists of working on real-world client projects. In a multidisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate with industry to develop prototypes or applications from concept to deliverable.
Check out our industry projectsA strong professional network and career mentorship from faculty and staff members with decades of industry experience.
Get to know our facultyA dedicated 4-month term of career exploration, giving you the tools and to discover where your passions lie, all while doing it in a supportive environment. You will be pursuing a variety of career outcomes including work integrated learning, job seeking.
Explore what this term offersAn optional startup path to pitch, develop, and grow your own venture. Form a team within your cohort and together you will pitch your idea in front of an industry panel, giving you a competitive, real-world experience. Successful teams will have the opportunity to dive into developing their own venture, complete with access to funding, technology accelerators, and mentorship and guidance from industry experts, alumni, and faculty.
Discover our startup pathwayAcademic Calendar
This hands-on master’s program starts with creative foundations, then moves into real-world client projects and optional venture projects—helping you build practical, industry-ready skills.
In your final semester, you’ll get dedicated support to explore careers, refine your portfolio, and prepare for job opportunities.
Along the way, you’ll grow your professional network, join industry tours, and participate in workshops designed to help you thrive in the creative technology industry.
Fall Term
Sept-Dec
Spring Term
Jan-Apr
Summer Term
May-Aug
Fall Term
Sept-Dec
- Industry focused
- Theory and foundation focused
- Career specialization
What You'll learn
Collaboration
Learn to thrive in multidisciplinary teams—understand strengths, give and receive feedback, and build a high-performance culture.
Problem Solving
Use design methods and rapid prototyping to tackle challenges, streamline workflows, and deliver real-world solutions.
Critical Thinking
Adopt a growth mindset, validate ideas with data, and evaluate processes objectively to make smarter decisions.
Leading and Managing
Gain tools to manage stakeholders, align goals with strategy, and create inclusive, empowered teams.
Communication
Craft compelling stories and present ideas clearly to inspire audiences and drive results.
Ideating and Innovating
Apply agile processes to push creative boundaries and design digital media solutions for a global marketplace.
Tuition and Fees
Curious about program costs? See the full breakdown of MDM tuition and fees.
Funding
Interested in funding options? See what scholarships and financial aid are available.
Questions?
Looking for more information? Find answers to the most frequently asked questions
Ready to take the next step?
Start your journey towards landing your dream career.
