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6 Best Industrial Design Bachelor's Universities in Canada

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

6 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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MC McGill University logo

McGill University

Montreal, Quebec · Public University

★ 83 QS World #29 Star rating 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 65,000/yr
Founded
1821
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EC Emily Carr University of Art + Design logo

Emily Carr University of Art + Design

Vancouver, British Columbia · Public University

★ 54 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1925
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AC Acadia University logo

Acadia University

Wolfville, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 21,000 – CAD 29,000/yr
Founded
1838
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OC OCAD University logo

OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1876
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NS NSCAD University logo

NSCAD University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1887
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UN University of New Brunswick logo

University of New Brunswick

Fredericton, New Brunswick · Public University

★ 49 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
Founded
1785

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Canada for Bachelor's Industrial Design?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include McGill University, Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Acadia University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Industrial Design cost in Canada?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Industrial Design in Canada?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Industrial Design at Bachelor's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Industrial Design at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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