Oct 12, 2024  
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Credit Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

New Media Production & Design


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Program Description


New Media Production and Design is a technology centred program that promotes critical thinking to develop engaging content for web-based user experiences, and provides comprehensive training in the tools and techniques used for web design and development. The program emphasizes project­-based and hands-on training, with students working in teams to produce comprehensive and useful media products.

Program Overview


Your Career


Graduates find employment in specialty new media production houses, agencies, corporate, educational or government organizations. Some develop their own freelance and small business opportunities. Work ranges from web design, corporate communications and digital signage to educational media, animation, simulation or game design.

Student Success


Students with previous academic success usually are more successful in SAIT programs.

Credentials


After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT diploma in New Media Production and Design.

Accreditation


There are no formal accreditation arrangements at this time. Please contact the School of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) for more information.

Progression


Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Admission Requirements


  • At least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalents.
  • All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.

Program Outline


Total Credits 60


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