Industrial Design
Design the products that people use every day - form, function, and user experience in 3D.
Industrial Design trains students to design physical products - from furniture to medical devices to consumer electronics. It combines design aesthetics with engineering principles, ergonomics, and manufacturing knowledge. The degree is highly interdisciplinary and leads to product design, UX, and manufacturing careers.
Admission Average
high 70s to high 80s - portfolio required (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Physics (at some programs)
- Portfolio of creative work
Skills You'll Build
- Product Design & Sketching
- 3D Modelling & Prototyping
- Ergonomics & Human Factors
- Materials & Manufacturing
- Design Research
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- Carleton University – Ottawa, ON
- Toronto Metropolitan University – Toronto, ON
Careers This Major Leads To
- UX / Product Designer – Entry $65,000
- Mechanical Engineer – Entry $70,000