Many students entering this program are international students. At program completion these students will:

• Have an enhanced understanding of the current practice of design in Canada, North America and Europe.
• Have a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities of designers and the importance of critical thought and discourse.
• Have a clearer idea of what is expected from students in a Canadian university at a graduate level.
• Have a better grasp of Canadian culture.
• Be able to communicate more effectively in English.