Centennial College offers Full time Graphic Design Media Program In today's competitive job market, employers are seeking to hire graduates that are highly specialized and well trained. You can't afford to waste your time with an education that wont help you get the job you want. At Centennial College, all our programs are geared for success. As part of your program, you will not only learn how to use the latest cutting edge tools, but you will also learn how to apply the latest principles from business professionals. To compliment your classroom learning, you will also get hands-on experience in the labs. Centennial's staff not only believe in providing students with the best teaching experience possible, but also to offer the best guidance and career advice.
Admission Requirements Centennial College expects students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs to present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age or older. Possession of minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Academic Requirements Compulsory English 12C or U, or skills assessment, or equivalent
Non-academic Requirements Attend a program admission session where applicants will submit a portfolio of work English proficiency will be considered in the admissions process
Portfolio requirements Select up to 15 pieces of your original work in art and design. (Your sketchbook should demonstrate your problem-solving and creative process as well as present work in variety of media, materials and techniques. Include three drawings from direct observation, such as figure drawing, portrait and still-life.) Show work that demonstrates your ability and interest in graphic design Include colour integrated designs created in digital illustration and digital imaging applications
Include a short research paper about your design philosophy and field of interest Present mounted or framed work in your portfolio case. Please number all pieces in your portfolio Note: If work is too large to transport, you may present photographs.
Field Placement Requirements Students are responsible for obtaining their own field placement
Notes It is recommended that students applying to the Graphic Design Media program have a certificate from Centennial’s Art and Design Foundation Studies program or its equivalent, or equivalent work experience Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results For more information on graphic design courses visit centenialcollege.ca