Program delivery note
Program delivery note: Fanshawe will temporarily deliver this program as listed under "locations" to the right of your screen or in the "+ more details" menu on mobile.
A web design program for the future - 2021/2022
There’s never been a better time to be an artist. The new media landscape is ripe with endless career opportunities that will test the limits of your imagination, while providing a powerful and meaningful entertainment experience to consumers. If you’re looking for a career creating magic, the Interactive Media Design program will give you the skills to bring your creativity to life.
Web design courses that spark your creativity
In our web designing course, you’ll polish your skills in computer-based web design and programming, 3-D, special effects, animation, effects for film and video and design for print. You’ll take courses in design, coding, marketing and media management and incorporate industry-standard tools from companies such as Adobe, Maxon, etc., as well as open-source technologies for Web application development.
Study in the heart of London's digital media centre, at Fanshawe's London Downtown Campus. Our web design program prepares you to be a dynamically trained artist with the technological know-how to embark on an exciting career. You'll also get hands on, practical training from industry professionals, and have the freedom to create your own visual and audio masterpieces.
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!
Northern Commerce and Fanshawe pioneer Shopify web development course
tbk, Fanshawe College create web design course series
National Award Winner for Program Excellence
Client project example: London Economic Development Corporation
Admission Requirements - 2021/2022
Admission Requirements
OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U),University/College (M), or Open (O) stream
OR
Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE)
OR
Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED)
OR
Mature Applicant with appropriate preparation
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
- An English Language Evaluation (ELE) at Fanshawe College with a minimum score of 70% in all sections of the test, 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
- 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
- Participation in audio visual clubs, photography clubs, school newspaper
- Interest in audio recording, video recording, photography and/or production of visual arts
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
Courses
Interactive Media Design-2021/2022
| 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 is an Interactive Media preparation course, the student will be exposed to all the technologies, and methodology used in the two-year program. Time Management principles and self-learning strategies are a key objective of the course. | ||||
| MMED-1051 | Design & Image 1 | 3 | ||
| A course to introduce students to elements and techniques of good digital design, with an emphasis on designing for interactive interfaces. Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe Illustrator CC software will provide the foundation for this course. | ||||
| MMED-1052 | Multi-Media Production | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the range of tools and applications current in the interactive field, as well as the techniques for developing a Web site with graphics, text and basic hypertext functionality. This course will introduce tools and techniques with an emphasis on effective site and interface design as well as optimized media and code development. | ||||
| MMED-1053 | Visual Communication 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the theory and application of visual based design and layout currently used in the interactive media field. This course will introduce tools and techniques with an emphasis on effective forms of communications through a variety of visual based applications. | ||||
| MMED-1054 | Multimedia Authoring 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the range of tools and applications current in the interactive field, as well as the techniques used for the collaborative development of web based interactive applications. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| COMM-3075 | Communications for Media | 3 | ||
| This course, designed for students who plan to work in the field of media, focuses on professional written and verbal communication skills. Students learn to prepare a variety of work-related documents. In addition, students learn about research methods and documentation formats. The principles of effective writing - organization, grammar, style, clarity, and tone - are reinforced throughout the course. The goal of the course is to prepare students for the communication tasks and considerations they will encounter in the media workplace in order to meet the needs of employers and/or the communities they will serve. | ||||
| MMED-1055 | Multimedia Authoring 2 | 3 | ||
| This course will continue to explore current tools and techniques introduced in Authoring 1. This course will focus on a unified, data-driven approach for web and app development with a major focus on front-end web development. Students will explore back-end development with an intro to Node.js and variants on the MEAN stack. | ||||
| MMED-1056 | Web Development 1 | 3 | ||
| Extending topics introduced in the first year, students will cover the Web design/development process in greater detail. Topics covered include basic and enhanced responsive site structure, local site management, CSS design, CSS layout applications and browser compatibility issues. Some use of Javascript will also be covered. | ||||
| MMED-3035 | Design & Image 2 | 3 | ||
| A course that further develops the knowledge of the elements and techniques of good digital design, with an emphasis on designing for interactive interfaces. Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe Illustrator CC software will provide the foundation for this course. | ||||
| MMED-1057 | Motion Design 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the core principles of motion design. Emphasis will be on typography, colour theory and animation principles as related to on-screen graphics and animations. | ||||
| MMED-3036 | Digital Media Theory & Project Mgmt 2 | 3 | ||
| This is a continuation of Digital Media Theory 1. Time Management principles and self-learning strategies will continue to be a key objective of the course. | ||||
| Level 3 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MMED-3038 | Electronic Image Production | 3 | ||
| The goal of this course is to educate all students of the importance of logos, style guides, brand guides and documentation. General overviews and examples will be shown to reinforce the structure and flow of professional documentation. Students will learn essential skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign, how to use the local network and learn general operational methods used in the Interactive Media Department. | ||||
| MMED-3039 | Multimedia Authoring 3 | 3 | ||
| This course will further develop the student's range of tools and applications current in the interactive field, as well as the techniques used for the development of web based interactive applications. The emphasis will be on effective application, interface design, and programming using optimized assets and code. | ||||
| MMED-3040 | Web Development 2 | 3 | ||
| A continuation of both the Authoring and Internet topics introduced in first year, this course will extend students skills with current tools for developing dynamic, database driven applications for the World Wide Web. This involves an introduction to database structures using mySQL, the use of PHP to control and display database information, and more detailed work with dynamic Web content. | ||||
| MMED-1058 | Motion Design 2 | 3 | ||
| In this course students will be introduced to the principles of design for motion graphics. Kinetic typography, colour theory and basic timeline animation concepts will be used in the development of title sequences, bumpers, trailers and station IDS. Students will utilize industry standard software in the development of motion graphics including Cinema 4D, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere and/or Final Cut Pro. | ||||
| Level 4 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MMED-5006 | Multimedia Authoring 4 | 4 | ||
| This course will reinforce and expand on the range of tools and applications covered in MMED-XXXX, as well as continued techniques used for the development of web based interactive applications. Additional API's and Libraries will be introduced in this term. | ||||
| MMED-3006 | Video Production | 3 | ||
| Students will develop detailed skills in Video Production for a variety of multimedia applications. Additional topics will include 3D and Special Effects. Independent group projects will be assigned and evaluated. The emphasis will be on content development for video and the use of software for post-production (e.g. Adobe After Effects). | ||||
| MMED-3013 | Multimedia Marketing/Business Management | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the students to business models common in the interactive industry, strategies for marketing interactive services, business planning, effective communication, and other topics relevant to the interactive service industry. IDP professionals are increasingly looking to start and operate their own businesses as an alternative to salaried positions with larger corporations. Students will acquire an understanding of topics such as the formation and operation of a freelance business. | ||||
| MMED-3014 | Multimedia & the Internet | 3 | ||
| A continuation of both the Authoring and Internet topics introduced in the Fall term, this course will extend students skills with current tools for developing dynamic, database driven applications for the World Wide Web. This involves an introduction to database structures using mySQL, the use of PHP to control and display database information, and more detailed work with dynamic Web content. | ||||
| DEVL-3005 | Career Research | 3 | ||
| Our Career research course was created in response to industry feedback. Focusing on helping each student develop the skills they need to successfully apply for a career in the interactive industry. This career preparation course also teaches the student about profiling companies and developing job search skills, networking and interview prep and gain confidence in their ability to succeed in this industry. | ||||
| MMED-3048 | Internship | 2 | ||
| Students will have the opportunity to internship in the Interactive Industry, to develop real-world skills in planning and team-focused design & development environment. Second year students begin research in the first term, in preparation for their placement in the final term. | ||||
| Gen Ed - Electives | ||||
| Take 9 General Education Credits - Normally taken in Levels 2, 3 and 4 | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 19 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||
Careers - 2021/2022
Career Opportunities
Some self-employed programmers work from home, communication design studios, computer software development firms, interactive software publishers, media production companies, or information technology consulting firms.More Information - 2021/2022
Campus Code: LCD (LCD - London-Downtown)
September/January Admission
15 week terms
Academic Calendars available at www.fanshawec.ca/academicdates
Contact
School of Digital and Performing Arts: (519)-452-4430, ext. 6403Program Description
The Interactive Media Design program will professionally prepare students for an evolving job market in digital media design, development and production, providing comprehensive training in new media technologies with an emphasis on web application design, interactive rich media, and current technologies for developing usable, media-rich sites and applications. The curriculum will combine courses in design, coding, marketing and media management and incorporate industry-standard tools from companies such as Adobe, Maxon, etc., as well as open-source technologies for web application development.
Other Information
- Students entering Level 1 of the program in January will continue into Level 2 of the program in the Summer term and Level 3 in the Fall term.
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.
Program Pathways
For information about Program Pathways visit www.fanshawec.ca/programpathways.
Program Details
More detailsProgram Details
2022/2023 academic year: Refer to the More Info tab to view offerings for the 2022/23 academic year. Canadian students can start applying in early October for programs with Sep. 2022, Jan. 2023 and May 2023 start dates through ontariocolleges.ca.
Canadian Students
Full Time Offerings
International Students
Program Coordinator:
Justin Brunner
Full-Time