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Media Foundation


Ontario College Certificate


Program Code: 09501

Campus: North

Length: 2 semesters

Are you passionate about media and looking for a unique program that will allow you to find the right career path?  
 
At Humber Polytechnic’s Media Foundation program, you will develop creative media skills through hands-on learning in our labs and studios. You will design, capture, and edit images with the Adobe Suite; learn about the tools of film making through viewing, capturing video, and editing your own short films; and use our broadcast television simulation studio to experience the production of live content with current technology. In the second semester, you will customize your learning by selecting elective courses that build on your skills, and you will learn how to become a branded, freelance media maker. Throughout the program, our professors will guide you through dynamic creative projects and assignments designed to help you gain the practical skills and confidence you need to make the right choice for your future. Media Foundation is inclusive and accessible—no matter your background, you belong here.
 
Pathways
 
Media Foundation offers transfer credits for a number of FMCAD diploma programs. As well, students who do not have university English, but who receive a 65% in their WRIT course in the first semester of Media Foundation, will meet the requirements needed to apply to many degree programs at Humber.
 
Support
 
A core value in Media Foundation is accessibility. We believe all students should have the opportunity to learn, and we will work with you to help you succeed. If you feel that you would be better suited to part-time study, please contact the program co-ordinator who will help you make a plan for completion over two years.

Courses

Semester 1
MSFP 099: Speakers Series and Tutorial
MSFP 101: Success Foundations
MSFP 103: Design for Media 1
MSFP 104: Film Survey
MSFP 108: Visual Literacy
MSFP 117: Television Studio Production
WRIT 100: College Reading and Writing Skills

Semester 2
GNED 101: An Introduction to Arts and Sciences
Select 5 from the following courses
MSFP: Media Foundations Elective

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:

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    Academic

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
      •  Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)

    or

    or

    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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    English Language Proficiency

    All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

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    International Credit Evaluation

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Fees

The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:

  • domestic: $4,041.74
  • international: $17,645.88

Fees are subject to change.

Domestic Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,351.41
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $56.50
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $2,049.12
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,351.41
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $1,992.62

International Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,153.48
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $56.50
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,851.19
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,153.48
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,794.69

*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Anne Zbitnew, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design
416.675.6622 ext. 75488
anne.zbitnew@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

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Print/Download Date: November 21, 2024