Digital Media Studies Co-op Diploma

Program Overview (Program approved by PTIRU)

The Digital Media Studies Co-op Diploma program provides an academic pathway for international and resident students whose first language is not English (and do not meet the general English requirements for University entry) to gain the competencies in digital media, while attaining work experience in the field of digital media. On completion of the program, students can progress onto further academic options or follow a career path in digital media.

Interested students whose ESL competencies are below the minimum language proficiency requirements for the Digital Media Studies Co-op Diploma (DMS) program can be placed in our Intensive English for Digital Media Program at the college.

The Digital Media Studies (DMS) Co-op Diploma program explores the interrelationship between digital media and information technology as well as new media design. Students will simultaneously upgrade their English competencies while exploring theoretical knowledge.

The Digital Media Studies Diploma program includes seven courses of 80 hours (4 credits) each, and a 700-hour co-op placement (6 credits), totaling 1260 hours (36 credits) over 63 weeks on in-class education (theory and practice) and co-op.

The schedule and program end date are subject to change due to the student’s academic performance, course availability, academic breaks, additional electives, and study permit status.

This program is not eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit.

Career Opportunities

The program is designed as a communication and academic pathway to lead into university programs. However, graduates can apply knowledge and communication skills gained into a career path in digital media and related IT careers in the private or public sectors.
NOC 1123 examples: advertising and promotions co-ordinator, advertising co-ordinator, communications co-ordinator, marketing co-ordinator, media relations co-ordinator.

Program Details

800 Instructional Hours + 780 Co-op Hours

Theory Courses
    DIGM150 | Social Media Marketing (80 hours)
    ENGL120 | Academic Writing II (80 hours)
    CMNS120 | Public Speaking – Presentation Skills II (80 hours)
    ITEC110 | Information Systems (80 hours)
    DIGM110 | Digital Media and Society (80 hours)
    DIGM120 | Digital Branding (80 hours)
    DIGM130 | Search Engine Optimization (80 hours)
    CPDT101 | Career Development (80 hours)
    MKTG120 | Project Marketing – Advertising (80 hours)
    DIGM140 | Digital Media Design (80 hours)
Work Experience (after theory courses completed)
    Co-op (780 hours)

Fee Structure

Fees (in CAD) Domestic Students International Students
Tuition $12,600 $18,000
Application Fee $250 $500
Assessment Fee $0 $250
Administrative Fee $2,000 $2,000
Textbooks Fee $750 $1200
Course Material Fee $1,000 $200
Other Fee $0 $300
Total Fees $16,600 $22,450

Tuition refunds are based on policy stated in the college’s enrolment agreement and bound by the Private Training Act Regulation.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 19 years of age or high school graduate
  • Click here for Language requirements 
  • International students must comply with the requirements of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada in respect to study permits.
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