New Media Design
Program Description
Create interactive digital projects like websites, games, and apps in a hands-on, creative environment. In this program, you’ll learn design, coding, asset creation, and project management using tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Unity. Work on real client projects, build your portfolio, and prepare for careers in web development, game design, digital media production, or further studies in computer science, data science, information technology, or graphic design.
Explore student work at nmd.louisrielatc.ca.
Prerequisites and Beneficial Skills
- High school students have completed Grade 10
- Post-secondary students have completed Grade 12
- Basic familiarity of Windows operating system
- Interest in digital design, coding and technology
- Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills
- Creativity and attention to detail
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Work Practicum
In the Project Management for Interactive Digital Media course, students work in teams to design and develop a website for a real business client over a four-month period. This practicum gives students the opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills in a real-world setting. While most work is completed on-site at ATC, students may occasionally meet with clients at their place of business to gather requirements or present their work.
Certification
LRATC will award certificates to students who successfully complete all eight courses.
Overview and fees
| Application Fee: | $20 (n/a for high school students) |
| Tuition: | NO COST (high school students) $2,750 per semester, $5,500 full program |
| Student Fee: | $25 per semester |
| Additional Costs: | $75.00 headset with microphone |
Program Advantages
- Learn modern web programming languages and technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, SQL, and WordPress.
- Gain hands-on experience developing and managing real-world digital media projects for business clients.
- Explore effective digital marketing strategies using social media and SEO.
- Build communication, teamwork, and employability skills essential for the tech and design industries.
- Develop a professional online portfolio to showcase your work.
- Prepare for post-secondary studies in computer science, data science, graphic design, and information technology.
International Students
The Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre will accept International Students. All inquiries are handled by the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ International Student Program (ISP). Please refer to the links below for more information on the possibility of registering and tuition costs.