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The Master of Science in Information Design and Data Visualization is a research- and analysis-oriented program focusing on visual interfaces to communicate and explore digital information.
Vancouver, BC
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Full-Time
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Commitment
24 months
Duration of Program
Fall
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Overview
The Master of Science in Information Design and Data Visualization is a research- and analysis-oriented program focusing on visual interfaces to communicate and explore digital information.
Graduates in the MS in Information Design and Data Visualization will be professional information designers and data visualization experts able to collaborate effectively in this dynamic and burgeoning field of practice and research, prepared to work in data-driven areas including design, technology, business, health, education, and public institutions. The curriculum is designed to train students in design principles, critical inquiry, and the analytical and creative practices needed to assume leadership roles in an evolving interdisciplinary field. Coursework focuses on the translation of data and information into visual languages, and the integration of theoretical, cognitive, and technical aspects of visualizations that engage a broad range of audiences.
Embedded in CAMD’s information design and data visualization graduate course offerings, the MS is a designated STEM degree that strengthens students’ quantitative research skills and technical competencies. From this master’s program, students have multiple options to expand their advanced studies along diverse avenues, including adding graduate certificates in related topics and engaging in co-op opportunities.
The MS in Information Design and Data Visualization is a 32-credit-hour program.
Year 1 is dedicated to foundations, including introductory courses in information visualization and visual communication principles and practices, visualization technologies, design studio, and visual cognition.
Year 2 continues foundational training in statistics and data analysis, information design theory, and critical thinking and provides an advanced studio and information design elective allowing students to focus their studies along the lines of individual interest.More Details
Unique Features
- The program offers studio courses, lectures, and seminars in design, strategy, theory, research methodologies, and historical and cultural literacy.
- Graduates will be prepared to work in design firms, research firms, corporations, and government agencies.
Accreditation Information
This program is offered under the written consent of the Minister of Advanced Education effective October 28, 2021, having undergone a quality assessment process and been found to meet the criteria established by the minister. Nevertheless, prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (for example, acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies, or other educational institutions).
Curriculum in Vancouver
Below are the courses required for program completion for the MS IDDV program in Vancouver, Canada. The order in which these are offered is subject to change:
Year 1 - Fall
ARTG 5100: Information Design Studio 1: Principles
ARTG 5320: Statistics for Design
Year 1 - Spring:
ARTG 5310: Visual Cognition
ARTG 5150: Information Visualization Principles and Practices (3 credit hours) and ARTG 5151: Information Design Critique Seminar (1 credit hour)
Year 2 - Fall:
ARTG 5330: Visualization Technologies 1: Fundamentals
ARTG 6100: Information Design Studio 2: Dynamic Mapping and Models
Year 2 - Spring:
ARTG 6110: Information Design Theory and Critical Thinking
ARTG 6990: Thesis
All courses are 4 credit hours unless indicated otherwise.
Students can choose to do a co-op in the summer between Year 1 and Year 2. The program is also designed to allow you to work part-time while completing this degree.
For International Students
This program is eligible for a Canadian Study Permit and Post Grad Work Permit (PGWP).For more information on studying in Canada—including how to apply for a Study Permit—please visit ourOffice of Global Services’ Canadian Campusespage.
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Program Costs
$32K *
Program Cost (CAD)
International Students Tuition rate for International (Non-Canadian Resident): $46,400 CAD
How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.
Requirements
- Application form
- Application fee
- Resumé
- Personal statement
- Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Three letters of recommendation
- TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo exam scores for international applicants
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
Admissions Details Learn more about the College of Arts, Media, and Design admissions process, policies, and required materials
Admissions Dates
Domestic - Canada
Fall (Priority): February 1
Fall (Final): August 1
International - Canada (In-country)
Fall (Priority): February 1
Fall Final: July 15
International - Canada
Fall (Priority): February 1
Fall (Final): April 1
Curriculum
Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.
For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.
Experiential Learning
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace. This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
Through Northeastern’s world-class experiential education opportunities, MS in Information Design and Data Visualization (IDDV) graduates enter the labour market with real-world work experience that gives them an immediate advantage.
Past IDDV graduates have found success in a wide range of careers in the technology and design fields, including:
- UX Designer at Google AI, Research and Machine Intelligence
- Designer at Microsoft, Mixed Reality Works
- Data Designer at the BBC
- Graphics Reporter at the Wall Street Journal
- Data Experience Designer at Capital One
- Senior Visual Designer and Data Visualization and UX Researcher at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
- Data Visualization Specialist at MIT Senseable City Lab
- Designer and Developer at ProPublica
- Data Visualization Designer at Draper
- Design Strategist at Periscopic
Faculty
Our Faculty
Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.
Students
By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 13 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 3,000 employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
By enrolling in Northeastern, you gain access to a network of more than 275,000 alumni and 3,350+ employer partners, including Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global nongovernmental organizations. Our current students and faculty across strategically located regional locations further foster a lifelong, global community of learning and mentoring.
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