Campus
Duration
4 Semesters (2 Years)
Credential Awarded
Ontario College Diploma

Program and course delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.

About the Program

This two-year diploma program is designed to prepare you for a career in digital media. It equips students with the knowledge and skills to design, develop, implement and manage digital strategies and multimedia applications.

The program provides a well-rounded education in digital media by emphasizing creative, business and technical strategies. You will gain foundational skills in user experience design, motion graphics, graphic design fundamentals, web and application development, and business strategies. Our holistic approach balances design, coding and business skills to prepare you for success in this constantly evolving field.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • user experience (UX)
  • user interface (UI)
  • interactive and immersive design
  • motion graphics
  • 3D environments
  • graphic design
  • web development
  • project management
  • audio and video editing
  • entrepreneurship
  • gamification

Work Experience

Internships

Throughout the semesters, you will work on projects to build a portfolio of work showcasing your skills and abilities to potential employers. In the final semester, each student will then complete a 160-hour field placement or a capstone project as a requirement for graduation. This provides an opportunity to acquire hands-on experience in a relevant field and make professional connections to start off your career.

Your Career

Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:

  • UX/UI designer
  • Motion graphic designer
  • Digital designer
  • Digital media strategist
  • Interactive project manager
  • Content creator

You can apply these skills within various industries such as advertising, marketing and graphic design for corporate, scientific or educational institutions.

Affiliations/Associations

  • ACM SIGGRAPH
  • Future. Innovation. Technology. Creativity. (FITC)
  • Interactive Ontario
  • Toronto Animation Arts Festival International (TAAFI)
  • Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)

Student Works and Experiences

Success Stories

Quang Phu (Nick) Nguyen

"The Interactive Media Design program has given me countless opportunities to apply my skills to real work and business. It’s helped me understand my abilities and find a clear career path."

Quang Phu (Nick) Nguyen
Interactive Media Design

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Brigid Towler

"My experience at Seneca helps me every day. The technology and complexity of problems changes over time but knowing how to get the most out of a platform, conceptualize an idea and present it with a bow is evergreen."

Brigid Towler
Interactive Media Design

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Alkarim Nasser

"The Interactive Media Design program at Seneca is more than just an education — it’s a catalyst for extraordinary growth. It became an important part of my journey as an entrepreneur, founder and product leader, allowing me to gain the skills and network I needed to develop products used by millions globally."

Alkarim Nasser
Interactive Media Design

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Rachel Orlando

"The Interactive Media Design faculty not only provided me with guidance and feedback, but also helped me connect with industry professionals who offered me additional support and insight." 

Rachel Orlando
Interactive Media Design

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