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Bachelor of Design at MacEwan University
BDes (Bachelor of Design) · Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications · Edmonton (City Centre Campus) campus
What average do you need for MacEwan Bachelor of Design?
For an applicant from a high school in Ontario. MacEwan works out your average its own way; the finder does that for you.
Majors or options chosen later: Digital Experience Design (optional major from year 2).
What courses do you need?
MacEwan's own list for Ontario high school applicants.
- Required
- ENG4U English
How much does MacEwan Bachelor of Design cost?
For a student from Ontario (the out-of-province rate), at this year's prices.
- Tuition
- $8,800 first year, $35,200 in all
- Student fees
- $1,600 to $3,200 first year, $6,400 to $12,700 in all
- Residence and meals
- $6,700 first yearFirst year
- Rent after first year
- $28,800 in allHalf a two-bedroom in Edmonton, $799 a month
What careers does MacEwan Bachelor of 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Communication: Information DesignMRU, Alberta | Competitive average range for Fall 2027 applicants (two best Group A courses): 70 to 80% | $7,044 |
| Bachelor of Interior DesignMRU, Alberta | Competitive average range for Fall 2027 applicants (two best Group A courses): 65 to 75%, plus a directed portfolio | $9,252 |
| Design in City InnovationUCalgary, Alberta | Average that secured an offer in Fall 2025, Bachelor of Design in City Innovation: 83% | Not published |
| 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 |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: macewan.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Courses: macewan.ca (opens in a new tab) (the program's Admission Requirements page)
- Tuition: calendar.macewan.ca (opens in a new tab) (macewan.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Residence: macewan.ca (opens in a new tab) (macewan.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 MacEwan University. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.