January 1, 2026

Interactive Multimedia

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the digital media industry. Students explore the primary elements of media project planning and development with equal importance given to the creative and the technical aspects. Strong emphasis is placed on hands-on media production through courses in web development, digital imaging, authoring, animation, photography and video. Students plan and execute individual and team-based projects and gain practical experience working with live clients. The curriculum is delivered on a variety of platforms including Apple OS X, Windows and a variety of mobile operating systems.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD):Students are expected to have and use a laptop or mobile computing device when registered in this on-campus program. Hardware and software specifications required by your program are outlined at Mobile devices/laptops and supplies can be purchased directly from Algonquin`s New Technology Store at educational rates.

2016/2017 Academic Year

Total Fees for the first year of the program:

Domestic tuition/ancillary fees: $5, 430.60. *

International tuition/ancillary Fees: $14, 956.64. *

* Amounts include tuition fee, program specific lab and material fees, applicable eText fees, Students` Association fees and compulsory ancillary fees. Fees are subject to change. For detailed fees information please visit

Before beginning the program, students are required to purchase either a Windows or OSX laptop with these minimum specs (cost: $1200 - $2000):

Intel Core i7 processor 16GB RAM 500GB SSD or HDD internal storage 13 screen (larger preferred)

Before beginning the program, students need to purchase an external storage device of 1TB or larger which is compatible with their laptop. (cost: $100 - $200)

Before beginning the program, students will need to purchase a Canon DSLR Camera with lens, which is usually sold as a kit. (cost: $500 - $800) Canon EOS DSLR Camera Lens - typically 18-55mm Minimum resolution 16 Megapixels Capable of RAW and JPEG formats Capable of recording Full HD video

To accompany the Canon EOS camera and lens(es) (cost: approx. $100):

A lens protector for any lens(es) purchased. At least one Class 10 (10 MB/s or faster) MicroSD HC memory card, 32GB or larger.

Here are a few examples of Canon DSLR cameras that meet the minimum specifications:

EOS Rebel T5 with 18-55mm IS II Lens Kit EOS Rebel SL1 with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM LensKit EOS Rebel T5i with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens Kit EOS Rebel T6i with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens Kit EOS Rebel T6s with EF-S 18-135mm IS STEM Lens Kit

If you already own a Canon DSLR camera that meets the minimum specifications and wish to use it, or wish to purchase a different model which exceeds these specifications, you may.

Level 4 Expenses

When students reach Level 4 of the program they will be specializing in either a video or web stream. At this point they will be required to make additional purchases.

Web Stream

Students taking the web development elective courses must purchase their own domain name and web hosting.

Video Stream

Students taking the video elective courses must make additional investments in their equipment.

A tripod with a fluid tripod head and quick release plate. (approx. $100 +) Additional Class 10 (10MB/s or faster) MicroSD HC memory cards 64GB or larger for their camera. (approx. $75) Telephoto zoom lens for their Canon camera f4 70 - 200mm or better. (approx. $700 - $1700) An external flash lighting device. Specifics to be discussed with course professor.

2017/2018 Academic Year

Sorry - fees and expenses for this program are not yet available for the 2017/2018 academic year.

College Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR

Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR

General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR

Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.

Program Eligibility

English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).

Applicants with International transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either:

IELTS-International English Language Testing Service-Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. OR

TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with the minimum of 20 in each component: Reading: 20; Listening: 20; Speaking: 20; Writing: 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English.

Applicants with International transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either:

IELTS-International English Language Testing Service-Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with the minimum of 20 in each component: Reading: 20; Listening: 20; Speaking: 20; Writing: 20.

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

TTY: 613-727-7766
Fax: 613-727-7632
Email: AskUs@algonquincollege.com

Program curriculum is reviewed annually to reflect evolving industry standards in the information technology field.

Source: www.algonquincollege.com