Overview
The real you thinks outside of the box. That means you’ll fit right in. As part of the Graphic Design – Digital Media program, you’ll discover the outer edge of your creativity while you explore the creative process alongside professional designers—with many currently working in the field.
Yep, we’re talking about connecting you with the creatives who are in the industry, setting the latest trends in brand development, user experience, and design while gaining real-world experience and getting a head start on your epic portfolio.
Build practical experience through hands-on projects, including a year-long capstone project where you`ll use design to solve a real problem. Develop your ideas, create design solutions, and present your concepts to industry professionals and faculty.
Did we mention you receive an advanced diploma? That’s right! We are one of few two-year Graphic Design advanced diploma programs offered in Ontario. This means you will complete our 3-year program in only two years. And there are more benefits, too (not to brag).
You`ll experience:
- Small studio classes with more time to learn from professional designers with the latest hardware and software
- REAL projects designed to be hands-on and a reflection of what you’ll be tackling in the field
- Collaborate with classmates to put on the Graduate Exhibit to showcase your best work, gain feedback, and connect with professional industry connections
- An automatic student membership to RGD (Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario), giving you FREE admission to popular Design Algoma meetings, and webinars hosted by industry professionals
If success is your brand, you will find it here.
CIP code: 50.0409,
Degree Transfers and Pathways
Whether you're starting here with a certificate or diploma program, or transferring your credits from another institution or informal experience into a program at Sault College, we have so many ways for you to continue your postsecondary education with us. Explore pathways to a degree or a diploma and learn about transfer options.
Pathways Beyond >
Earn your diploma here and then choose to complete your degree with one of our partnering universities, in as little as one more year.
Pathways Into >
If you've completed any courses from another institution or have informal learning experiences, transfer your credits into a program here.
Courses
Requirements & Program Information
Ontario Secondary School diploma (or equivalent) with Grade 12 English (C) ENG4C, or mature student status. Missing any requirements? Get them for free from Academic Upgrading.
Have you been educated outside of Canada and/or have your studies been completed in a language other than English? Please follow this link for additional admission requirements and considerations Admission Requirements for students educated outside of Canada
Career Path
Graduates may work as graphic designers, computer graphic illustrators and designers, layout artists, typographic designers, advertising illustrators, book illustrators, art directors, teachers, web site designers, production artists, corporate designers, package designers, print production managers, cartoonists, television production team members, set designers, and in many other areas.
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Fees & Costs
| Domestic | International | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Ancillary | Tuition | Ancillary |
| $4,156.20 | $1,509.00 | $15,910.90 | $2,159.00 |
These fees are for the 2026-2027 academic year (year 1 of study), and are subject to change. Please visit your Student Portal to view your Schedule of Fees.
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Contact
Program College Contact: Candice Day, candice.day@saultcollege.ca