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Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design

Master's degree, Arts, design and media. Northeastern University - Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Arts, design and media
School
Northeastern University - Vancouver
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Tuition (first year)
30,184 CAD
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Sept 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
23,448 CAD a year
School type
Private
DLI number
O142031583162

Program overview

Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design is a master's degree program in arts, design and media at Northeastern University - Vancouver, a private institution in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, founded in 2019.

First-year tuition is listed at 30,184 CAD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.

Applications to Northeastern University - Vancouver typically receive a decision in 10 days and 22 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 53,632 CAD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (CAD)
Tuition, first year30,184 CAD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)23,448 CAD
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total53,632 CAD

How the tuition compares in Canada

Our directory lists 131 master's degree programs in arts, design and media at 16 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 25,470 CAD, and the middle half cost between 21,851 CAD and 25,720 CAD.

At 30,184 CAD, Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design is 19% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 7,261 CAD to 43,335 CAD.

Lower-cost master's degree options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these master's degree programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Master of Music - Performance and LiteratureBrandon University, Brandon7,261 CAD
Master of Arts - Film Studies (Thesis Option)University of Regina, Regina9,519 CAD
Master of Arts - English and Film Studies (Coursework)Wilfrid Laurier University - Waterloo, Waterloo14,974 CAD
College Diploma - Media Communications (MCOM)Cambrian College, Sudbury15,072 CAD
Master of Arts - Digital Media and Global CommunicationsUniversity of Niagara Falls Canada, Niagara Falls15,750 CAD
Master of Digital Transformation and Innovation - User Experience Design (UX Design)University of Ottawa, Ottawa16,192 CAD

Plan for the Sept 2027 intake

Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.

ByStep
November 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
January 2027Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
March 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
May 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
August 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Northeastern University - Vancouver sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Most institutions accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE Academic or similar tests. Each institution sets its own minimum scores, so read the programme page rather than relying on a general figure.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Study permit

Students from India need a Study permit to study in Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) decides the application.

Canada admits international students to designated learning institutions (DLIs) on a study permit. The admission, the funds and the permit application all have to line up, and several rules have changed in recent years, so check each step against IRCC before you pay anything.

  • Shortlist programmes at a designated learning institution and check that the programme itself is eligible for the outcome you want (for example a post-graduation work permit).
  • Apply and receive a letter of acceptance. Check on IRCC whether you also need a provincial or territorial attestation letter.
  • Prepare proof of funds, identity documents, a study plan or letter of explanation, and any language test results the institution or IRCC asks for.
  • Complete the study permit application online and give biometrics when asked. A medical exam may be required.

After you graduate

Graduates of eligible programmes at eligible institutions may apply for a post-graduation work permit. Eligibility depends on the institution, programme and field of study, and the rules have been changing, so check the current IRCC conditions before choosing a course on that basis.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design?

First-year tuition is listed at 30,184 CAD. Living costs are extra; Northeastern University - Vancouver estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Professional Studies - Digital Media - Applied User Experience Design a degree?

It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in Canada?

You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Northeastern University - Vancouver, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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