Eligible University of Calgary graduates from Computer Science, Communication & Media Studies, and Visual Studies receive enhanced eligibility to complete the Master of Digital Media at the Centre for Digital Media in 16 months. Fast-track your future in creative technology and digital innovation.
Why Choose the Master of Digital Media
As a University of Calgary graduate, you already have the creative and technical foundations. The MDM helps you transform your skills into career-defining impact by:
Accelerating your leadership potential: Move from contributor to leader as you learn to guide multidisciplinary teams, shape product vision, and drive innovation in any organization.
Gaining real-world experience that sets you apart: Over half the program is dedicated to industry projects with real clients, giving you tangible results, measurable impact, and case studies to share with future employers.
Growing your professional network and opportunities: Collaborate with mentors and partners from game studios, tech companies, startups, and civic organizations to open doors to new roles, ventures, and creative pathways.
Alumni success
- 96% of MDM graduates found a job within one year of graduation.
- 84% currently work in mid-senior, senior, or executive roles.
- 22 alumni launched their own company.
Scholarship and Funding
Most students receive a scholarship or other financial assistance throughout the program. If you want to learn more about scholarship and bursaries available to you, schedule a meeting with our Admissions team.
What is the Master of Digital Media?
Located at Centre for Digital Media in Vancouver, BC, this 16-month accredited professional graduate program empowers you to become a leader and innovator in the creative and technology industry. 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.