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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media (Honours)

Course code: #YFA

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media (Honours)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $35,148 CAD

  • Application fee

    $130 CAD

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

Highlights
Internship
Project

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Co-op

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Winter-January 01-November-2023 2023-11-01
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Summer-May 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Winter-January 01-November-2024 2024-11-01

Overview

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media (Honours)

Fuse arts, media and engineering to prepare for an emerging career in game design, interactive media, and digital product development. 

Using code and programming as creative tools, you will lead across industries with imaginative designs for the next generation of gaming technology, original mobile apps, immersive and 3D environments, data visualization, interactive performance, and so much more.  

Gain professional experience through the Technology Internship Program and public showings at Digifest, Ontario Science Centre and Interaccess. 

The Digital Media (BA) program at York is Ontario's only degree program integrating audio-visual media and performing arts with computer science and engineering. 

Students begin with an 18-month common core and then branch into one of three streams in the areas of (1) Digital Media Game Arts; (2) Digital Media Arts; and (3) Digital Media Development.  

Digital Media Games Arts Stream 

The Digital Media Games Arts stream teaches the skills of game development and design from concept to production. 

Students will gain hands-on experience working with professional game engines across various platforms, including mobile media, web-based, gallery, and urban gaming.  

Digital Media Arts Stream 

The Digital Media Arts stream focuses on creating digital media performance and artistic expression through technology. 

With its blend of offerings in digital performance, physical computing and fabrication, and mixed reality, the program encourages a seamless continuum between virtual reality and the world we inhabit. 

Digital Media Development Stream 

The Digital Media Development stream encourages resilience and adaptability in the ever-shifting landscape of new media technology

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$42,566

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $9,144
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,418
Tuition 1 person $35,148

Hourly wage

Min wage

17.20 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Course Descriptions
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

TOEFL

88
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writing
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speaking
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reading

PTE

60
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Cambridge

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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Academic ProgramDestination York ProgramYUBridge Studies ProgramGraduate Studies Preparation ProgramIELTS AcademicRevised TOEFL IBTTOEFL Paper BaseDuolingo
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5   4.55641070
6 YUBridge T1 5 (Min 5 in Writing)64 (Min 16 in Writing)46080
7PreDyGSPP Term 15.56952595
8DYYUB T2676550105
9GSPP Term 26 No Score Below 6.086568115

Minimum Score Required

for Direct Entry

  6.588N/A120

 

  • Levels AP1-AP5 focus on helping build a solid foundation of English proficiency in all four language skills: Reading, writing, listening and speaking.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP5 may apply to the York University English Language Institute’s YUBridge Program, where they can take a class for academic credit while completing the remainder of their language proficiency requirements to be admitted to York.
  • Levels AP6-AP9 focus on the language, critical thinking and study skills required to be a successful student in a university or college setting where English is the language of instruction.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP6 are eligible to apply for Conditional Admission* to York University. Students with conditional acceptance are also eligible to apply to the Pre-Destination York Program.

 

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Academic background and requirement

India: 

  • Completion of one of the following:
    • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
    • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
    • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
    • Intermediate Examination Certificate
    • Pre-University Examination Certificate
  • Grade XII math (minimum grade of 55% required)
  • The following course(s) are also recommended:
    • Arts training

China:

  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate
  • Grade 12 math (minimum grade of 85% required)
  • The following course(s) are also recommended:
    • Arts training

Iran: 

  • Graduation Before 2019 (old system): Peesh-daneshgahii/Pre-university Year Certificate
  • Graduation After 2019 (new system): Diplom-Metevaseth National High School Diploma

GPA:

India: Grade XII graduation with minimum overall average of 60% is required to be considered for most programs - minimum 5 academic courses

China: Successful completion of the final year of Senior 3/Grade 12 level of study with a minimum overall average of 75% on all academic courses.

Career opportunities

  • Digital Media Producer
  • Multimedia Designer
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • User Experience (UX) Designer
  • Interactive Media Developer
  • Content Strategist
  • Motion Graphics Designer

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