Interactive Media Developer Technologist, Diploma, Co-op designation at Camosun College - Program overview

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Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2026-04-13

Program overview

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Program overview

If you’re artistically and technologically minded, the Interactive Media Developer (IMD) program will nurture your programming skills and artistic vision to take on creative and technical challenges. This program prepares you for work locally and globally in application, game, or web development, graphic design, and user interaction. You'll learn the skills necessary to take an idea or a problem and develop it from concept to production, allowing you to create your own interactive experiences.

Program structure

The Interactive Media Developer Technologist program is designed to be completed in 2 years as a full-time student. The program consists of:

A one-year full-time certificate followed by a one-year diploma.
Approximately 25-30 hours of class time each week.
About five hours of homework daily, including weekends.

Students have the option to complete one or two paid work terms, which can lead to a co-op or internship designation upon graduation. This hands-on experience complements the coursework and enhances employability in the field.

Featured Experiences

Optional co-op/internship designation available.
Hands-on experience through work terms that supplement classroom learning.
Development of skills in programming, application development, 3D modeling, and animation.
Focus on artificial intelligence, design visualization, and human-computer interaction in the second year.

Career Options

Application Developer: Create software applications for various platforms, ensuring functionality and user experience.
Game Developer: Design and develop video games, focusing on gameplay mechanics and user engagement.
Web Developer: Build and maintain websites, ensuring they are visually appealing and user-friendly.
Graphic Designer: Create visual content for branding, advertising, and marketing materials.
User Experience (UX) Designer: Research and design user interfaces that enhance user satisfaction and accessibility.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2026-04-13

Program overview

Academic Requirements

The Interactive Media Developer Technologist program has specific academic requirements that applicants must meet to be considered for admission. Below are the details:

Minimum GPA: Not specified.

Admission Requirements:

One of the following:
- C in English 12
- C in English 12 Camosun Alternative
- C in ENGL 130
And one of the following:
- C+ in Pre-calculus 11
- C in Math 12
- C in Apprenticeship Math 12
- C+ in MATH 073
- C+ in MATH 077
- C+ in MATH 137
- C in MATH 097
- C in MATH 139

When you apply, you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, it is advisable to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding specific requirements.

Prerequisite Courses: Not specified.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

To be admitted to the Interactive Media Developer Technologist, Diploma program at Camosun College, you must meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:

IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online score of 54 overall (no sub-score less than 50)
Cambridge Assessment of English: C1 Advanced score of 174 overall (no sub-score less than 169)
CAEL CE score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)

Note: Your test results must be from the past two years. Some programs may require higher scores than these minimum requirements. Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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Last updated on 2026-04-13

Program overview

Intake	Status	Open date to apply	Deadline to apply	Campus
May 2026	Closed	Not Available	2026-02-01	Not Available
September 2026	Open	Not Available	2026-05-15	Not Available
January 2027	Open	Not Available	2026-10-01	Not Available