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

Program and course delivery

This program is offered online, with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. 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.

Program Availability

Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.

Start in Location Availability
May 2025 Seneca@York  Open
Sept. 2025 Seneca@York  Open
Jan. 2026 Seneca@York  Open
Start in Location Availability
May 2025 Seneca@York  Limited
Sept. 2025 Seneca@York  Open
Jan. 2026 Seneca@York  Open

International students: review Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility before choosing program and course delivery.

Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

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)

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