SHERIDAN COLLEGE · CANADA
Interactive Media Management – Digital Design
Certificate · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
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- 1 yearProgram Duration
- Oakville, OntarioCampus Location
- Graduate CertificateCredential Type
- Web and mobile applicationsKey Outputs
- Agile developmentLearning Methodology
- PGWP-alignedPost-Graduation Work Permit
This one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program equips you with advanced skills in creating, managing, and developing web and mobile content. You will gain expertise in usability, interactivity, front-end coding, social media strategies, user experience (UX) design, and emerging mobile technologies within an interdisciplinary and collaborative learning environment. The program focuses on building interactive multimedia environments from the ground up, using industry best practices for interface design and programming. You'll learn to combine graphics, text, animation, audio, and video to produce a range of digital media, including web and mobile applications, augmented reality experiences, immersive installations, and visual communication work. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through project-based learning, where students work in small groups using agile development methodologies to manage projects from needs analysis through to development and user testing.
Curriculum
The program is structured over two semesters, with a total of 49 credits. Courses cover a range of topics from foundational coding and design principles to advanced interactive technologies and project management.
- Semester 1
- Web Application DevelopmentAPPL57198
- Web Interface DesignDSGN53871
- Product ManagementMGMT53567
- Interaction Design & User ExperienceINFO56206
- Interactive Coding 1APPL50229
- Creative TechnologiesDSGN54178
- Audio Video for Interactive Media 1MEDA53431
- Semester 2
- Application Development SolutionsAPPL57545
- Web Interface Tools and FrameworksDSGN52652
- Content StrategyMGMT55035
- User ResearchDSGN58634
- Interactive Coding 2APPL58263
- Immersive ExperiencesDSGN55288
- Audio Video for Interactive Media 2MEDA54100
Careers
Graduates of the Interactive Media Management program are well-positioned for a variety of roles in the digital media industry. The program's focus on practical skills and project-based learning prepares students for immediate employment.
- Web and mobile application developer
- UX/UI designer
- Front-end developer
- Content strategist
- Interactive media designer
- Multimedia specialist
- AR/VR developer
- Creative technologist
Entry requirements
Postsecondary diploma, advanced diploma or degreeIn studies related to computer science, graphic design, visual arts, design or other related disciplines. A solid grounding in computer technologies and applications is required.
English Language ProficiencyRefer to Sheridan's English proficiency requirements.
Applicant selection is based on academic achievement. Applicants with education outside of Canada must have their transcripts assessed for equivalency by ICAS or WES for domestic applicants, or submit official transcripts with notarized translations for international applicants. Private career college courses are not acceptable.
Fees
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Tuition (home)Not specified
LivingNot specified
Tuition and living cost details are not provided on the program page. Please refer to Sheridan College's official website for the most current fee information.
How to apply
1. Submit ApplicationApply through the official Sheridan College application portal or ontariocolleges.ca.
2. Provide Academic DocumentsSubmit official postsecondary transcripts indicating courses completed to date. If transcripts are not in English, they must be accompanied by a notarized official English translation.
3. Meet English Proficiency RequirementsFulfill Sheridan's English language proficiency requirements. Refer to the college's specific requirements for accepted tests and scores.
4. Credential Assessment (if applicable)For applicants with education outside of Canada, ensure transcripts and credentials are submitted correctly. For domestic applicants with international education, a credential assessment from ICAS or WES may be required.
5. Await Admission DecisionOnce your application and documents are received, Sheridan College will review your eligibility and notify you of the admission decision.
Accreditation
Ontario College Graduate Certificate