Overview
The Digital Transformation and Innovation M.Sc. at the University of Ottawa is a collaborative graduate programme designed to address the profound societal and business changes driven by digital technology. Students explore the intersection of data communication, user experience design, and creative innovation to reinvent how individuals interact within a modern online environment. This curriculum ensures that graduates are prepared to lead and manage complex digital shifts across various professional sectors.
Why Digital Transformation and Innovation at the University of Ottawa?
This programme benefits from a unique multi-faculty partnership involving the Telfer School of Management, the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Engineering. This structure provides students with a truly interdisciplinary environment where they can access diverse expertise in data science, information architecture, and UX design. Located in Canada’s capital, the university is ranked among the top research institutions in the country, offering a vibrant ecosystem for innovation. Students gain industry-relevant skills while developing a deep awareness of ethics, equity, and the social impacts of emerging technologies.
Tuition Fee Breakdown
- International fee: CAD 9815 per semester
- National fee: CAD 3135 per semester
Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.
Syllabus
Modules may include:
- Research Workshop in Digital Transformation and Innovation
- Interdisciplinary Research Methods in Digital Transformation and Innovation
- Communication Ethics
- Internet Technologies and Mobile Commerce
- Design Thinking
- Cloud Services Architecture
- Cyber Security Strategy, Architecture and Governance
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
- Electronic Commerce Technologies
Careers with Digital Transformation and Innovation
Graduates are equipped for high-level professional roles that require the integration of technical and managerial expertise. The programme prepares individuals for careers in digital marketing, customer experience design, and business analytics. Potential career paths include roles in health systems innovation, information governance, and technology entrepreneurship. Graduates often find opportunities in sectors such as cloud computing, the Internet of Things, and digital policy regulation, working as UX designers, data scientists, or strategic managers within global organisations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Digital Marketing, Consumer Behavior, Customer Experience Design and Relationship Management
- Business Analytics and Business Intelligence
- Business Technology Management (including IT Diffusion, Adoption and Consumerization)
- Globalization, Governance, and Sustainability
- Privacy and surveillance
- Cultural, economic, political, and social impacts of innovation in digital networks and applications
- Information governance and ethics
- Applied Data Science
- Digital Health
- Cloud Computing
- Internet of Things
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
-
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
-
- Starting
- Apply before , International
-
Language
Prepare for Your English Test
AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.
- Trusted by 300k learners
- 98 accuracy using real exam data
- 4.9/5 student rating
Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Ottawa, Canada
Disciplines
Information Technology (IT) Digital Media Digital Marketing View 22 other Masters in Digital Media in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Prepare for Your English Test
AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.
- Trusted by 300k learners
- 98 accuracy using real exam data
- 4.9/5 student rating
Other requirements
General requirements
- Have a Bachelor’s degree with a specialization or a major (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline with a minimum admission average of 75% (B+).
- Have completed a course in statistics; a course in management information systems or computing; and two advanced courses showing specialization in one of three disciplines: creative arts and humanities (online multi-media or communications); management (digital transformation management or strategy); technology (online application development or data science).
- Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis. We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.
- Resume
- Preference Form
- 2 Recommendation letters
- Transcripts
- English Proficiency
Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.
Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
Get your student insurance nowStarting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.
Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Ottawa and/or in Canada, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Tuition Fees
-
International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents19630 CAD / year≈ 19630 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents6270 CAD / year≈ 6270 CAD / year
Additional Details
Ontario residents: $2,708.52/ semester
Living costs
Ottawa
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Need help with your student visa?
Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.
- Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
- Know exactly what documents you need
- Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation
In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Digital Transformation and Innovation.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility