Honours Degree
Program Code: 22031
Campus: North
Length: 8 semesters
Industrial designers design products for consumers. Examples include sports footwear, headphones, wearables and transportations.
Graduates of the program are in high demand for the practical skills gained through the program’s hands-on learning environment. These skills include sketching, digital graphic rendering, model-making and computer-aided design (CAD).
The program is project driven, and many of the design projects will involve industry collaboration to ensure real-world relevance.
Students elect a design specialization in Year 3 in one of:
Interaction design is a new offering in the program which recognizes that more and more physical products are integrating a digital component, including touch screens or voice activation.
In product design, there is more emphasis on the method of finding a solution to a user’s problem in order to make doing a task easier or make the user experience with the product more satisfying.
Transportation (automotive) designers design the appearance (styling) of motor vehicles including automobiles, motorcycles and off-road vehicles. Humber is the only industrial design program in Canada that offers a transportations design specialization.
This program includes a work placement of 420 hours in the summer between Year 3 and 4.
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
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An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
A portfolio is a collection of work which tells us about your creative and problem solving abilities, your drawing skills and how you present yourself as an artist and designer. Your portfolio is reviewed by Industrial Design faculty to determine your suitability for the program.
Applicants must submit a portfolio that includes five creative pieces. Be sure to title each submission and briefly describe it (maximum 50 words each piece).
The requirements for these submissions are as follows:
Submission #1 – Perspective line drawing of a chair (two-point perspective). You are encouraged to work in black line for the chair and to use construction lines to show proper perspective methods.
Include a small photograph of the chair you have drawn as part of the submission page. You may use your choice of medium for this piece.
The sketch is to be drawn freehand (i.e. tracing is not allowed).
Submission #2 – Perspective line drawing of one of the following three kitchen appliances:
a) Kettle
b) Coffee maker
c) Kitchen stand mixer
This piece should be drawn from an appliance or device and not from your imagination or an abstract method. Use construction lines to show proper perspective methods.
Include a small photograph of the appliance or device you have drawn as part of the submission page. You may use your choice of medium for this piece.
The sketch is to be drawn freehand (i.e. tracing is not allowed).
Submission #3 – Colour still life study that demonstrates your use of colour and composition. You are encouraged to group everyday objects such as fruit, pottery or shoes. We will assess your representation of realistic details: shade and shadow, depth, tonal value and texture.
Include a small photograph of the object(s) you have drawn as part of the submission page.
The drawing is to be drawn freehand (i.e. tracing is not allowed).
Submission #4 – Three-dimensional work that demonstrates your manual construction skills. Examples include sculpture, furniture construction, home construction, craft work (e.g. jewelry that you have designed), and costume design (e.g. Comicon).
Submission #5– Your choice
Submit one example of projects/pieces of your choice that further demonstrates your skills and design sense.
Possible examples include:
a) Something you designed and fabricated including the conceptual sketches and the finished piece;
b) Images from a sketchbook you keep of products, figures or objects that inspire you;
c) CAD drawings or digital graphics that show your talent as a designer (e.g. SolidWorks, Keyshot, or Illustrator, respectively);
d) A sketch, drawing or painting that illustrates your artistry.
Not acceptable is photography and abstract art.
For assistance with your drawing skills, we recommend:
‘Sketching: The Basics’ by Roselien Steur and Koos Eissen, Amsterdam BIS Publishers, 2016.
Part #1
Describe your knowledge of industrial design, referring to products and designers, as well as styles that you find appealing. (200 words)
Part #2
Describe the skills and talents you bring to the Industrial Design program. List your extracurricular activities (e.g. hobbies, passions, volunteer work) as well as previous work experience. How do you think these experiences will contribute to your perspective of design, as well as help you as a student of design? (250 words)
Submission Instructions
https://humber.ca/admissions/office-of-the-registrar/registration/submission-instructions.html
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
The 2022/2023 fee for two semesters is:
Fees are subject to change.
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,607.84 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,607.84 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,677.84 |
Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,607.84 |
Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,677.84 |
Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $3,607.84 |
Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $3,567.84 |
Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $2,969.22 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $3,497.84 |
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,644.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,644.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,574.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,644.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,574.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,644.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,684.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $70.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $9,754.88 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $10,283.50 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
Processor | Intel i7 (Quad Core) | Intel i7 (Quad Core) |
Memory | Minimum 16GB of RAM | |
Storage | Minimum 250GB storage space (SSD) preferable | |
Network | Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac | Built-in Ethernet port (strongly recommended), Long battery life (strongly recommended) |
Video | Minimum 4GB video RAM/Minimum 24 bit colour (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) | Recommended but not required for LAND and CIVL |
Display | 1280x1024 video display resolution (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) | Recommended but not required for LAND and CIVL |
Other | Dedicated graphics card - GTX 1050, 1550, 2060 or higher needed for rendering purposes (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) |
$1,000 - $1,500 – books, materials, additional software, etc. (per year).
For information regarding fees for work terms, refer to Fees.
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Patrick Burke, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
416.675.6622 ext. 4523
patrick.burke@humber.ca
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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