Education · 1 of 5
The path
Learn to draw, model and build. Get hired on the portfolio.
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High school
Grades 11 and 12
Visual arts, physics and technological design. Start sketching products and taking things apart.
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Degree
4 years
A 4-year industrial design degree: Carleton in Ottawa, OCAD University (formerly the Ontario College of Art and Design) in Toronto, Sheridan in Oakville, Emily Carr University in Vancouver, Université de Montréal, the University of Alberta. Many also ask for a portfolio.
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Internships
During school
One or two placements at a studio or product company during school. This is where your portfolio gets real projects.
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Portfolio and first job
After graduation
A website of 6 to 10 projects that show process, not just pretty renders. Expect contracts and freelance early on.