Fashion (MA) at Toronto Metropolitan University

Programme overview

The master of arts in Fashion program is the only graduate degree of its kind in Canada. Fashion Studies examines the broader social, cultural and economic implications of the production, marketing and consumption of fashion. Working closely with faculty and experts in an academically rigorous environment, students will have the opportunity to develop advanced research skills by completing a written or creative Major Research Project (MRP).

Faculty: The Creative School | Study mode: full-time | Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Required courses include Graduate Seminar; Research Methods; Theory/History Seminar I; Theory/History Seminar II; Studio Workshop I. Degree components include: project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Completion of a four-year undergraduate (or equivalent) degree from an accredited institution Minimum GPA or equivalent of 3.00/4.33 (B) in the last two years of study Statement of interest Resumé/CV Transcripts Two letters of recommendation, at least one must be an academic reference Writing sample Portfolio (should only be included if applicant feels it strengthens their application) English language proficiency requirement

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall (main intake), with Winter (January start) and Spring (May start) intakes offered by select graduate programmes.

Fall 2027: first consideration date is January 22, 2027 unless otherwise indicated for a programme. Preferred application deadline for international applicants is December 1, 2026 for The Creative School and the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science; the international application closing date is March 12, 2027 unless otherwise indicated. Programmes may close early if applications exceed available seats. The application fee is $110 per programme ($150 for the MBA), non-refundable. Applications are made in two parts: the OUAC online application, then document upload in the TMU applicant portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/

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