Design the future of video games, one click at a time – where creativity meets technology.

Diploma program

43 Weeks / Full Time Study

In the McKenzie College Interactive Design program, you will delve into the world of cutting-edge digital technologies. This intensive one-year diploma program offers a comprehensive exploration of interactive design, equipping you with the skills and tools necessary for various commercial applications.

By mastering key principles of user experience (UX) and fundamental elements of information technology (IT), you will gain the ability to deeply understand, analyze, and evaluate existing digital products such as apps, smart devices, and websites. Through this process, you will develop innovative solutions and create engaging interactive experiences.

This program serves as an ideal gateway to immerse yourself in the latest interactive technologies, bridging the gap between your current knowledge and the forefront of digital advancements. Expand your professional horizons and propel your career to new heights by enrolling in the Interactive Design program today.

DO YOU WANT TO PLAY OUR GAMES?

Our TV & Game Animation students provided the art assets for the games. Interactive design takes these assets and brings them together to make them a cohesive moving animation and fun game to play. These are demo games so they are only 1 level each. ENJOY!! Use A and D to move and the space bar to jump !

AREAS OF STUDY

• Interface Design
• Interactive Coding
• Emerging Technologies
• User Experience Design
• Interface and Prototype
• Canvas Coding
• Build Techniques
• Critical Performance
• Information Architecture
• User-Centered Design
• Prototype Technologies
• Custom Code
• Concept Design

PREREQUISITE

Postsecondary diploma or degree and/or Demonstrated competence through related work and/or educational experience.

Students are expected to have computer literacy skills prior to admission (Microsoft Windows, image editing software, web page tools).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Application Form (APPLICATION)
• Application Fee: Domestic Students: 0$ International Students: $300.00 Payable through FLYWIRE
• Academic Transcripts: Minimum requirement: Completion of High School, GED, Adult High School diploma or equivalent experience. Transcripts must indicate successful completion of high school, post-secondary program, diploma or degree (if any), or have supporting documents that indicate completion. NOTE: A conditional acceptance can be granted for those who have yet to complete high school. We ask that you submit a copy of most recent transcripts.
• Profile letter: This is a one or two-page letter describing you, your background, your ambitions/goals/career objectives and reasons you feel McKenzie College is the right school for you.
• Resume
• ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
• Passport
• Proof of English Proficiency: Applicant’s English proficiency test results or English language school transcripts.
• Valid Canada Study Permit: After acceptance, we require a COPY OF A VALID CANADA STUDY PERMIT for proof of accepted entry to Canada.

CAREER PATHS

• Web Designer
• Front end Developer
• Interaction Designer
• User Experience Researcher
• User Experience Design Manager

OTHER MCKENZIE PROGRAMS OF INTEREST

• BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
• VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN

LAUNCH YOUR REMARKABLE CAREER!!

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

• OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
• Processor:  Intel Core i5-2500 3.3 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 940
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon R9 290
• Storage: 500+ GB of available space