Pre-Media (Media and Communications Fundamentals)

Program Description

Within the MFD program, you’ll develop a strong foundation in the fundamentals of writing, communications and visual media. Your studies will focus on developing and perfecting verbal, written, presentation and visual communication skills. You’ll learn Presentation Skills, Creative Writing, Creative Problem Solving, Photography, Design Fundamentals, and Media as an Art Form. You’ll grow and improve as an effective communicator through study of professional and general education subjects. Instructors in this program are industry experts and college education professionals. You’ll also benefit from the opportunity to explore a variety of options in the ever-evolving media and communication field within the School of Communication Arts.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the College Preparation (C), University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)

Applicant Selection:

• In the event of oversubscription, applicant selection may be a two-step process. In Step 1, academic achievement (i.e. grades in pre-requisite subjects and/or scores in English and Reading Achievement Tests) may be used to select applicants who are eligible for Step 2. The second step will require attendance at an orientation session and the completion of program-related assignments. Applicants who are unsuccessful in Step 1 will be notified by mail, and will not be included in Step 2 of the selection process.

Note: Although not required for admission, Grade 12 Mathematics, keyboarding skills, and any art and/or computer graphics credits are suggested.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Your Career

Gain a solid foundation in media and communications. Our two-semester Pre-Media certificate program is your best preparation for further study in Communication Arts. As a graduate of MFD, you’ll be equipped for programs leading to careers such as writer, producer, journalist, account director, client liaison, and production artist.

Website

For more information, please visit our website at: http://sca.senecac.on.ca.

General Education

One of the general education subjects must be a literature subject (from any category) for which EAC150 is a pre-requisite.

Curriculum

Note: Graduating from the Pre-Media program is not a guarantee of acceptance into another School of Communication Arts diploma program.

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