Architecture and design: every university, ranked
Design at Concordia University
BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) · Faculty of Fine Arts · Montreal (Sir George Williams campus, downtown) campus
What average do you need for Concordia Design?
For an applicant from a high school in Ontario. Concordia works out your average its own way; the finder does that for you.
Majors or options chosen later: Major.
What courses do you need?
Concordia's own list for Ontario high school applicants.
- One of
- ENG4U English or FRA4U Francais (if attending a French secondary school)
Is there a supplementary application?
Extra steps beyond marks, with the school's deadlines. Miss a required one and the application is not considered.
- Required
- Letter of intent (sent to the department)
- Required
- Portfolio (sent to the department)
How much does Concordia Design cost?
For a student from Ontario (the out-of-province rate), at this year's prices.
- Tuition
- $13,000 first year, $51,900 in all
- Student fees
- $2,000 to $2,200 first year, $8,000 to $8,700 in all
- Residence and meals
- $13,800 first yearFirst year
- Rent after first year
- $24,200 in allHalf a two-bedroom in Montréal, $673 a month
What careers does Concordia Design lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- ArchitectDesign buildings and take legal responsibility for them. Two degrees, a long internship and an exam before you can use the title.$81kTypical pay9 to 11 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Industrial DesignerDesign the objects people buy: products, furniture, vehicles. A 4-year degree and a portfolio. A small market in Canada, a big one in the US.$75kTypical pay4 to 5 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- UX DesignerUX (user experience) designers decide how an app or website works before anyone writes code. A portfolio gets you hired, not a diploma.$70kTypical pay2 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Architectural TechnologistTurn an architect's ideas into drawings a builder can use. A 2 or 3 year college diploma, Revit and the building code.$63kTypical pay2 to 5 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- GIS AnalystTurn location data into maps and answers. GIS (geographic information systems) work sits behind city planning, utilities, mining and emergency response.$79kTypical pay2 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Interior DesignerPlan the inside of buildings so they work, pass code and look right. A 4-year degree, two years of practice and a national exam. Not decorating.$60kTypical pay6 to 8 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
Where else can you study architecture and design?
The same field at other universities, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| ArchitectureMcGill, Quebec | Low to high 90s (top 6); low to high 90s (math and science courses) | $12,986 |
| Architectural ScienceTMU, Ontario | 90%+ | $9,742 |
| Architectural StudiesLaurentian, Ontario | A minimum overall average of 75% in the 6 best grade 12 U/M courses | $9,903 |
| Architectural StudiesToronto, Ontario | High 80s and above | $6,100 |
| Architectural Studies: Conservation and SustainabilityCarleton, Ontario | 78% | $9,806 |
| Architectural Studies: DesignCarleton, Ontario | 78% | $9,806 |
| ArchitectureWaterloo, Ontario | Individual selection from the mid-80s | $9,322 |
| Bachelor of Communication: Information DesignMRU, Alberta | Competitive average range for Fall 2027 applicants (two best Group A courses): 70 to 80% | $7,044 |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: concordia.ca (opens in a new tab) (concordia.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Courses: concordia.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Tuition: concordia.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Residence: concordia.ca (opens in a new tab) (concordia.ca (opens in a new tab) ; concordia.ca (opens in a new tab) ; concordia.ca (opens in a new tab))
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
Careerhelp is not affiliated with Concordia University. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.