About Information Design in Mount Royal University
Information designers use human-centric processes to deliver the right content, at the right time, to the right audience. Build your skills in problem-solving, design-thinking, writing, data visualization and usability testing. Learn to develop information products that are clear, concise and visually engaging in online, print, mobile and even augmented and virtual reality environments. Information designers translate complicated information (data) into simple, understandable and useful content for business and citizens, advocating for all users.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES
- User-experience designer
- Content management strategist
- Web and mobile developer
- Virtual reality user interface developer
- Graphic designer
- Mutimedia and infographic specialist
- Creative director
- Communications coordinator
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
WORK PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY
Unique program — User-centric and research-based, that is focused on hands-on learning.
Paid work experience — Graduate with a minimum of 450 hours of paid work experience
Portfolio development — Leave with a portfolio of work that you can showcase when looking for employment
International opportunities - Complete a semester abroad – from Austria to New Zealand
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.5 (min. 5.0 on each band).
- TOEFL : 83 (min. 20 in each of four sections)
- PTE : 58 (min. 55 in each area)
Mount Royal University Highlights
Institution type |
Public |
Location |
Calgary, Alberta |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1910 |
Program Type |
Bachelor’s, certificate, diploma, transfer, CSL |
No. of students |
14,562 |
No. of campuses |
1 |
On campus accommodation |
Available |
Intake seasons |
Fall, Spring and winter |
Cost of attendance |
CAD 35,900 |
Financial aid |
Scholarships |
Mount Royal University International Students - Program Tuition/Costs
International applicants are responsible for all program and living costs while studying at Mount Royal University.
Here are the estimated costs you can expect:
Estimated Expenses * |
Living on Campus |
Tuition/fees for International Students ** |
$22,460 - $24,250 |
Books/Supplies |
$1,500 |
Residence/Rent |
$6,000 |
Transportation |
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition and fees |
Living Expenses and Spending Money |
$6,500 |
TOTAL |
$36,450 - $38,250 Canadian Dollars |