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Pre-Media and Design

Program Code (0824)
Ontario College Certificate
One Year
Welland Campus
Start date: September

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About Pre-Media and Design

This innovative program introduces students to the exciting world of media and design.

Students will explore a broad range of creative and technical pursuits including scriptwriting, photography and web design.

Pre-Media and Design will help students discover their passions and develop skills necessary for success in a variety of career paths.


The Niagara College Difference

  • Provides a pathway and gives students the opportunity to clarify their career options in the field of Media and Design
  • Provides students with transferable credits in each of Niagara College's five Media and Design programs
  • Prepares students for entrance into Media and Design programs including:
    • Acting for Film and Television
    • Broadcasting - Radio, Television and Film
    • Graphic Design
    • Journalism - Print
    • New Media Web Design

Testimonials and Profiles

“...I have been awarded with the Garfield Weston National Scholarship for College students as well as had the opportunity to travel to Peru to film a documentary with some financial aid and suipport from the International Department. My experience at Niagara College has definitely prepared me for life after graduation and I'm very grateful for the education that I have received from the College.”


Kristen Jacobson
–Broadcasting, Radio, Television and Film student


Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
  • English – any Grade 12 (C, (U) or (O), or equivalent.

Selection & Ranking Process:

  • For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
  • Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

  • Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
  • Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.


Program Related Inquiries

Karen Moreau

 

Karen Moreau
Co-ordinator, Welland Campus
Tel: 905-735-2211, ext. 7761
Email: artsandscience@niagaracollege.ca



Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

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2010 May Term: Not Available
2010 September Term: Open
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Program Outline

Course # Name         Credits
Term One
ARTS1124 History of Art 3
BRTF1231 Writing for the Media 2
CAPL1199 Computer Applications 3
ACTN1010 Acting for Life: The Universal Language of Drama 3
JOUR1120 Digital Photography I 2
JOUR1320 Web Design I 2
STDV1110 The Effective Learner 3
Term Two
COMM1133 Writing Strategies 3
HIST1130 Current Events - North America 3
WEBD1120 Media Literacy 3
GNED7001 General Education Elective (1 required) 3
Special Elective - choose a total of 6 credits:
ACTN1135 Beyond Acting for Life 2
BRTF1212 Documentary Scriptwriting 2
BRTF1336 Marketing and Advertising 2
JOUR1220 Digital Photography II 2
JOUR1421 Web Design II 2
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