Bachelor of Design, Major in Interdisciplinary Design: Fees & Entry Requirements at Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) University, Canada

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Bachelor of Design, Major in Interdisciplinary Design

Canada

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What will I learn?

NSCAD offers a distinctive approach to design education with its interdisciplinary curriculum. This program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to engage in a wide range of design outcomes, spanning from print and screen to products and services. Embracing a diverse and collaborative approach, the program encourages the development of critical thinking and visual skills, enabling students to better embody the mindset and practices associated with the versatility of designers today. NSCAD University’s Interdisciplinary Design major is a four-year program dedicated to exploring a diverse range of products and services. The curriculum integrates an in-depth understanding of people, technology, and aesthetics to tackle contemporary social and environmental challenges.

Which department am I in?

Division of Design

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$24,083.48 (14,60,579) per year
International Health Insurance Plan - 816.54 for one year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

The Fountain Campus

5163 Duke Street,

Halifax,

Nova Scotia,

B3J 3J6, Atlantic Canada (East Coast), Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$24,083.48 (14,60,579) per year
International Health Insurance Plan - 816.54 for one year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

The Fountain Campus

5163 Duke Street,

Halifax,

Nova Scotia,

B3J 3J6, Atlantic Canada (East Coast), Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants currently completing high school must submit a record of all studies from at least grade 10 onward. These transcripts should include at least mid-term or first semester grades for the graduating year. All high school applicants must have completed grade 12 (or the highest grade level required for secondary graduation) with an average of 70% or higher, including a minimum grade of 70% in grade 12 English for university preparation. Advanced Placement (AP) courses with a grade of 4 or higher are eligible for transfer credit. An International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum grade of 24 is acceptable for entry to NSCAD. Higher Level courses with a grade of 5 or higher are eligible for transfer credit.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) University

Canada has a high standard of living, low tuition fees, and international students may even be able to stay and work in Canada after graduation.

  • Halifax is a lively city offering a top student experience
  • Average class size of 13
  • Scholarships and bursaries available
  • Career and experiential learning services
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