Emily Carr University of Art + Design

New Media + Sound Art

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Program Information

School:Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Faculty:Ian Gillespie Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
Intermedia/Multimedia
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
Description:Through media and sound, learn creative ways to tell stories and offer unique perspectives. The New Media + Sound Art (NMSA) major is multidisciplinary and flexible, and allows students to create a range of media projects using sound, video, interactive art, digital fabrication, and electronics.

The New Media + Sound Art Major explores the intersections of technology and storytelling. You'll gain both conceptual and practical skills for producing creative, innovative, and experimental research and projects. This may include working with electronic wearables, sonic objects and environments, creative computing, and performing with media.
URL:New Media + Sound Art at Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Course Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $25,156


  • Domestic tuition + mandatory fees will total approximately $5,799.20 per year (or $23,196.80* for a four-year degree)
  • Returning International tuition + mandatory fees will total approximately $21,495.50 per year (or $85,982.00* for a four-year degree)
  • New International tuition + mandatory fees will total approximately $25,156.40 per year (or $100,625.60* for a four-year degree)
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Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
The minimum academic requirement for admission to Emily Carr University undergraduate programs is graduation from grade 12 secondary school, with five grade 12 subjects, including English Studies 12 with a minimum grade of 'C', two other grade 12 academic courses and two grade 12 elective courses. The minimum overall grade point average required for admission is 2.5 or C+ or 67%. All elective courses must be grade 12 and can be Ministry Approved, Board Approved or Locally Developed. For more information, visit First Year Academic Requirements.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Portfolio

All applicants must submit a portfolio online through SlideRoom as part of the admission process.


* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 21, 2023