Interactive Media Design (INM)
Credential:
Diploma
Estimated yearly tuition fee:
10,000 - 20,000 CAD
School:
Seneca PolytechnicProgram Length:
2 Years
Category:
Media & Creative Arts
Level:
Undergraduate
Instruction language:
English
Application Fee:
90.00 CAD
Campuses:
Seneca@York
Intake and availability
Intake
Status
Program overview
This two-year diploma program offers knowledge on design, development, implementation and management of digital strategies and multimedia applications.
Your studies will provide you the ability to develop and manage both creative and technical strategies in the fields of graphic design, motion graphics, web technologies, as well as introduction to gaming and visual effects applications.
As a part of your final semester, you will engage in an independent production and internship opportunity to acquire hands-on experience in the relevant field.
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- Project management
- User interface (UI)
- User experience (UX)
- Interactive design
- Web development
- 3D environments
- Audio and video editing
- Game and motion design
Work Experience
Internships
Each student will complete a 120-hour field placement/internship as a requirement for graduation. The internship will be completed at the end of fourth semester upon approval of the Co-ordinator. This opportunity allows students to gain hands-on experience in industry and make connections that will start them off on their careers.
Your Career
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:
- Digital media strategist
- Designer
- Interactive project manager
- Digital media developer
You may also pursue roles in advertising, graphic design or interactive media for corporate, scientific or educational institutions.
Affiliations/Associations
- ACM SIGGRAPH
- Fall Studio Tour
- Future. Innovation. Technology. Creativity. (FITC)
- Interactive Ontario
- Toronto Animation Arts Festival International (TAAFI)
Academic requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant
- English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course
- Applicant profile and questionnaire
- Drawing and design exercise
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the English requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.
Recommended upgrading for applicants who do not meet academic subject requirements.
International Student Information
In addition to the admission requirements, please select your home country for specific information. Please note, that all international applicants must meet Seneca’s English requirements.
Additional Information
After you apply, you’ll receive details of how and when to submit your profile and your drawing and design exercise online.
Applicants are selected for admission based on the strength of their drawing and design exercise.