Transcript:
Copies of your academic transcript(s) and degree certificate(s) from each post-secondary institution that you attended (past and/or current), showing all courses and marks are required.
Transcript(s) must be in the original language and include a certified translation if the transcript is not in English.
Only one complete file per institution should be uploaded. (e.g. do not create an individual document for each page of your transcript.)
Curriculum Vitae:
You need to upload your supplementary documents such as your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to Carleton Central.
Personal Statement:
The writing should be succinct and as carefully considered as the content of the statement, which should address at least the four following areas in a single page:
What is the area of intended research with specific reference to the program courses and the expertise of the faculty members
How your academic background and professional experience relates to the program with reference to any previous research, scholarship, or project experience with interdisciplinary or collaborative teams.
How the intended research program will align with the objectives of the program relating to Design Research; Strategic Design Planning; Knowledge Creation and Dissemination; and Interdisciplinary Design Development.
An explanation of the specific reasons for choosing the School of Industrial Design at Carleton University.
Recommendation Letter:
All applications must be supported by a minimum of two confidential letters of recommendation. A suitable referee is an individual who is fully knowledgeable and aware of your education and abilities. Referees should be academic in nature where possible. Professional referees will only be accepted in situations where the applicant's professional experience is most relevant. You will need to supply the names of your referees, and their email address, in the online application.
Portfolio :
The portfolio should provide the best examples of creative intellectual activity and recent professional work that indicates the applicant is sufficiently prepared to pursue studies in the program. These activities may be represented by proposals, reports, and/or analysis documents. Emphasis should be placed on evidence of understanding the communication of design ideas in visual form.