BACHELOR OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN 

BACHELOR OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN 

Combine your passion with your interest in technology to help make a difference in the world.

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Set yourself at the intersection of technology and other fields like arts, humanities or business. This personalized and customizable 4-year program, available in both English and French, is designed for students who want to be the change-makers of tomorrow. 


Develop real-world skills that employers want while shaping a degree that reflects your unique combination of passions.


Applications for the September 2025 intake are still open!

D U R A T I O N

4 years

L O C A T I O N

University ofOttawa Campus

S T A R T   D A T E

September 2025, 2026, 2027

Applications open now!

L A N G U A G E

English or French

Why the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Design?

Customizable learning paths

This program is uniquely focused on multidisciplinary learning, allowing you to create your own path or follow one of the seven customizable learning paths. Combine technology with other fields of study that you’re passionate about, like arts, humanities or business.

Hands-on learning

This program offers many client-based projects, as well as three integrated internships and 450 community service hours. This provides hands-on learning opportunities while connecting you with the community, whether locally or internationally.

Accessible application process

This program seeks to attract a diverse set of students, taking into consideration your skills, character and grades. Portfolio submissions give you the chance to showcase your unique talents and interests.

Industry expert collaboration

Each program learning path was created in collaboration with industry experts to address real gaps in the job market, ensuring you graduate market-ready and are prepared to become the change-maker of tomorrow.

Flexible study options

Complete your studies fully in English or French. Scholarships and financial support are available for domestic and international students, including additional opportunities for Francophone students. 

Mentorship opportunities

This program is small and highly personalized, providing you with a unique opportunity to be mentored by professors, industry partners and peers, both in the classroom and out in the field.

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Design program is a 4-year program that can be customized to fit your interests. It is designed for students who want to make a difference in the world by combining technology and engineering with other fields like social science, arts, business or public policy.


The program is accessible, inclusive and open to students with diverse interests and backgrounds. To help us understand who you are, a video interview and a portfolio submission are required.


Upon graduation, you will be market-ready and well-prepared to fill real gaps in a variety of job markets, allowing you to enter the career of your choice and become a true change-maker of tomorrow!

Design your own learning path or choose one of the pre-defined paths

Cybersecurity

Sustainable Design

Project Management

UX Design

Responsible Artificial Intelligence Innovation

Technology and Public Policy

STEM Education

Financial support

We are committed to making your education accessible and affordable. A variety of scholarships, bursaries and financial aid options are available to support your studies:

Entrance scholarships

Renewable scholarships

between $1,000 and $3,000 are automatically awarded based on your high school admission average.

for strong academic performance throughout your degree.

Francophone scholarships and bursaries

Differential tuition fee exemptions

for Canadian and international French-speaking students studying in French.

for eligible Francophone African students studying fully in French.

Please note: Financial aid offerings are subject to change. Always check the university website for the most current information.

General Requirements:

A video interview and portfolio submission* are required to help us better understand you. During the interview, we're looking for applicants who demonstrate the following:

Admission requirements

Authenticity

Drive and Motivation

Creativity and Innovation

Open-mindedness

Organization

Integrity

Compassion

Your portfolio submission is to assess your skills and interests and can include poetry, arts, writing samples, photography, special certifications, community service, a research paper, resumé, etc. 


A minimum admission average of 80% is also needed.*

Prerequisite Courses:

This program is designed to provide you with the opportunity to bridge the gap between your prior education and the skills necessary for first-year university courses. The following are required prerequisite courses:**

English 4U or Français 4U

Advanced Functions 4U or Calculus and Vectors 4U

One of the following:

- Biology 4U
- Chemistry 4U
- Computing 4U
- Physics 4U

Students from Quebec or other Canadian provinces’ high school, CEGEP, colleges, or who have other academic backgrounds such as mature students or international students are also eligible for this program (certain conditions apply).

*Please note these minimum requirements are subject to change. Admission is not guaranteed.


**Please note that these prerequisite courses are for Ontario high school students only.

Discover Your Future Career

Join an exciting and in-demand career

Artificial Intelligence Ethicist

Cybersecurity Specialist

Project Manager

STEM Educator

Sustainable Designer

Technology Policy Analyst

UX Designer

As a student, you can customize your course sequence to reflect your interests and career aspirations, or you can choose one of the seven pre-defined learning paths: cybersecurity, project management, STEM education, technology and public policy, responsible artificial intelligence innovation, UX design, and sustainable design.

Bachelor ofMultidisciplinary Design

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BACHELOR OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN 

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