Interactive Media Design
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Program Overview
Transform your creative spark into a high-demand tech career with Fanshawe’s award-winning Interactive Media Design program. This two-year diploma prepares students to thrive in the digital media industry through versatile, competitive technical skills development, hands-on work experiences, and a highly collaborative learning environment. Graduates are prepared for roles such as UI designer, front-end web developer, back-end web developer, motion designer, and other emerging digital media careers.
Program Details
Program Code
IDP3
Credential:
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
60 weeks
Canadian Students
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 September
London - Downtown
Open
2027 January
London - Downtown
Open
2025 September
London - Downtown
Closed
International Students
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 September
London - Downtown
Open
2027 January
London - Downtown
Open
2025 September
London - Downtown
Closed
Your Learning Experience
Recognized with multiple President’s Distinguished Awards and the Program Excellence Award (Silver) from Colleges and Institutes Canada, the Interactive Media Design program blends practical, technical skills with creative design principles in a dynamic, industry-replicated environment.
Technical Mastery & Creative Design
Build a versatile, competitive digital media skill set blending visual design principles with hands-on technical training. You’ll master core technologies and professional practises of front-end web development, and work extensively with professional tools used for interface design, layout, motion graphics, prototyping, and visual storytelling.
- Semantic HTML5
- Advanced CSS3 (Grid and Flexbox)
- JavaScript
- Mobile-first responsive design
- Version control (Git)
- Web accessibility standards
- PHP, MySQL, and LAMP stack deployment
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Cinema 4D
Throughout the program, you’ll also explore how generative AI platforms, like Adobe Firefly, and AI-driven video editing tools can streamline creative workflows, accelerate prototyping, and boost productivity. Collaboration and workflow are central to the learning experience, and you will work in studio environments where Agile methodologies, project planning tools, and collaborative development practices are part of everyday learning.
Live Client Projects & Industry Connections
Participate in a live client project, functioning as a mini creative studio. Your student team will design and deliver a comprehensive marketing campaign for a real client, producing print materials, promotional videos, social media content, and a fully responsive website with a custom content management system. This project gives you real-world experience and a portfolio-ready showcase of your ability to meet client needs, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality digital solutions.
This hands-on experience is enriched by industry guest speakers who share valuable insights, helping you understand trends, career pathways, and practical strategies for success.
Whether you aim to join a digital agency, launch your own freelance practice, or bring new ideas to life as a creative entrepreneur, this program gives you the tools and network to make it happen.
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Interactive Media Design program are well-prepared for careers in a variety of creative and technology-driven industries. Opportunities can be found in web development firms, software development companies, digital media studios, and creative advertising agencies.
Graduates typically find employment as:
- Front-End Web Developer
- Software Developer
- Graphic Designer
- UI Designer
- 3D/Motion Designer
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Interactive Media Design program:
Front-End Web Developer
Build responsive, interactive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks. Collaborate with designers and back-end developers to bring digital experiences to life across devices and platforms.
Software Developer
Develop and maintain applications and digital tools, contributing to both front-end and back-end systems. Apply industry best practices to deliver efficient, scalable software solutions.
UI Designer
Design intuitive interfaces and user experiences for websites, apps, and digital products. Use wireframing and prototyping tools to translate user needs into elegant, functional design solutions.
3D/Motion Designer
Produce high-quality animations, videos, and motion graphics for web, social media, and marketing campaigns. Bring visual storytelling to life across digital platforms using tools like After Effects and Cinema 4D.
Fanshawe completely changed my life. Here I met the best people I have ever had in my life and built strong bonds with them. At Fanshawe I found my first mentor who helped me to grow up as a coder. Fanshawe's web design program opened doors into the interactive media industry. And I can honestly say that my years at Fanshawe are the best in my life!
Anna Mykhailova
Graduate, Interactive Media Design
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
1. complete both individual and collaborative interactive media projects effectively.
2. use best practices and tools to design and develop dynamic, rich-media content.
3. contribute to the assessment of the requirements of an interactive media project.
4. contribute to the development, budgeting, planning and professional presentation of an interactive media project.
5. design a media project (interface, navigation, graphics, text treatment) using current best practice design and development principles, and applying conceptual and theoretical frameworks.
6. build effective and dynamic Web sites and/or mobile applications.
7. identify and analyze ethical and professional issues arising in an online environment.
8. apply research and conceptual skills to propose possible solutions for mobile/multimedia/Web development problems.
9. use creative and critical thinking techniques in the effective design, development and implementation of an interactive media project.
10. contribute to the assessment of the financial, technical and artistic success of an interactive media project.
Related Programs
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Marco De Luca
Pathways
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant.
Students who do not have a high school diploma may wish to consider taking the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) grade 12 Equivalency Certificate.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following methods:
- A Grade 12 College Stream or University Stream English credit from an Ontario Secondary School, or equivalent, depending on the program's Admission Requirements
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 79 for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years. SDS Program Requirements.
- Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) test with an overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 53, with test results within the last two years
- A Cambridge English Test (FCE/CAE/CPE) with an overall score on the Cambridge English Scale of 169 with no language skill less than 162, with test results within the last two years
- Fanshawe College ESL4/GAP5 students: Minimum grade of 80% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 8, 75% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 9, or 70% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 10
Recommended Academic Preparation
Recommended Academic Preparation
- Grade 12 English (C) or (U) OR Grade 12 The Writer's Craft (C) OR Grade 12 Business and Technological Communication (O)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Communications Technology (M) OR Grade 11 Introduction to Computer Science (U) and Grade 12 Computer Science (U)
- Grade 11 Media Arts (M) or (O) OR Grade 12 Media Arts (M)
Recommended Personal Preparation
Recommended Personal Preparation
- Interest in digital media, content creation, design, video production, photography, animation, or interactive experiences
- Experience creating content for social media, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, or personal creative projects
- Participation in creative or technology-focused activities such as media arts, gaming communities, photography, coding, design, or school creative clubs
- Curiosity about web design, user experience (UX/UI), motion graphics, branding, or emerging digital technologies
- Enjoyment of creative problem-solving, storytelling, collaboration, and hands-on project work
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will be:
- Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
- Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
- Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| WRIT-1037 | Reason & Writing 1-Contemporary Media | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce contemporary media students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| MMED-1050 | Digital Media Theory & Project Mgmt 1 | 3 | ||
| This course provides an essential foundation for success in the Interactive Media program by combining modern project management strategies with emerging technologies. Students will explore time management, collaboration, and professional communication skills while engaging in hands-on learning with artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support creativity, planning, and personal learning. Through lectures, labs, and exercises, students will develop critical thinking abilities, learn the fundamentals of accessibility and digital media file formats, and build confidence in documenting and presenting their work. By the end of the course, students will have designed their own AI tutor, collaborated on projects, and submitted a capstone deliverable that demonstrates their readiness for future interactive media work. | ||||
| MMED-1051 | Design & Image 1 | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the principles and techniques of effective digital design for the web, with a focus on user interface (UI) design for interactive media. Learn to create clear and functional UI wireframes, apply image optimization techniques for web performance, and develop interactive UI prototypes. Design fundamentals, visual communication, and layout strategies are explored using Figma, Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe Illustrator CC as primary tools for creating professional, screen-based experiences. | ||||
| MMED-1052 | Multi-Media Production | 3 | ||
| This course provides a comprehensive introduction to web development, focusing on the foundational technologies used to create modern web pages. Student will learn HTML5 to structure content using semantic tags that enhance accessibility, SEO, and the document outline. Explore CSS to style web pages and create visually appealing layouts, with a focus on design principles using CSS Grid. Understand the importance of valid HTML and CSS to ensure proper functionality and compatibility across browsers. | ||||
| MMED-1053 | Visual Communication 1 | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the theory of visual design and layout in the interactive media field, with a focus on User Interface (UI) design and an introduction to User Experience (UX) principles. Emphasis is placed on visual hierarchy, layout, and design strategies that enhance the user experience across a variety of screen-based applications. | ||||
| MMED-1054 | Multimedia Authoring 1 | 3 | ||
| Learn version control with Git and GitHub as a foundation for effective collaboration and code management in modern web development. Explore industry-standard tools, technologies, and workflows essential for building interactive, user-focused web applications in team-based environments. The course also extends CSS concepts introduced in Multi-Media Production, focusing on advanced styling techniques to create interactive, accessible, and visually engaging web interfaces. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London - Downtown
[1] Total program costs are approximate and subject to change. They do not include additional fees such as the health and dental plan, bus pass, or general expenses. Learn more about ancillary and additional fees.