Courses
Pre-Media-2025/2026
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory courses: | ||||
| WRIT-1037 | Reason & Writing 1-Contemporary Media | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce contemporary media students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| DEVL-1041 | Careers in Contemporary Media 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will explore the many different career options that exist in the Media industry. Topics will include guest lectures, industry and studio tours, research and information sessions, interviewing industry professionals, personal branding research. | ||||
| MMED-1035 | Visual Media 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the core concepts of image and audio capture. Key concepts will include: still image capture with use of DSLR cameras and set up hardware. | ||||
| MMED-1039 | Audio Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| This course will explore the processes of sound design. Key concepts will include: audio hardware and software, audio editing techniques, basic mixing, audio in digital environments, digital audio recording. | ||||
| MMED-1037 | Interactive Media & Design 1 | 4 | ||
| In this course, students will explore photo and video editing using Photoshop and Premiere Pro. Key concepts in Photoshop include basic photo manipulation practices, translation of art from traditional to digital mediums, and proper file type usage. Key concepts for Premiere Pro include core practices of video editing, adding effects and transitions, adding graphics and audio, and utilizing a greenscreen to create cohesive, creative, and professional videos. | ||||
| MMED-1038 | Storytelling for Media | 3 | ||
| This is an introductory course into the basic writing structures for a broad range of media. Writing for media, media formats, storyboard development, and storyboard and shoot focused video material are among the topics that will be covered. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory courses: | ||||
| COMM-3075 | Communications for Media | 3 | ||
| This course, designed for students who plan to work in the field of media, focuses on professional written and verbal communication skills. Students learn to prepare a variety of work-related documents. In addition, students learn about research methods and documentation formats. The principles of effective writing - organization, grammar, style, clarity, and tone - are reinforced throughout the course. The goal of the course is to prepare students for the communication tasks and considerations they will encounter in the media workplace in order to meet the needs of employers and/or the communities they will serve. | ||||
| DEVL-3003 | Careers in Contemporary Media 2 | 3 | ||
| This course is a continuation of Careers in Contemporary Media 1. Key concepts will include: presenting to groups, media ethics, copyright law, basic entrepreneurship/case studies, resume development, professional development. | ||||
| MMED-1036 | Performance for Contemporary Media 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce students to the core concepts of 'Performing' for various types of media. Topics will include: Announcing, acting, reporting, performing, pitching, interviewing and presenting skills and techniques. | ||||
| MMED-3030 | Visual Media 2 | 3 | ||
| This is a continuation of Visual Media 1. Key concepts will include: Image capture and manipulation, audio capture, new image capture technologies, hardware for audio, video and still image capture. | ||||
| MMED-3031 | Interactive Media & Design 2 | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to introduce students to the concept of game design and the basics of 3D modelling. Students will learn what defines a game, how game designers work toward a final product, and common issues within the industry. A hands-on approach will be taken to develop a fundamental understanding of both primitive and subdivision 3D modeling using Cinema 4D, as well as a brief look at the workings of the Unity Game Engine. | ||||
| MMED-3032 | Collaborative Media Productions | 6 | ||
| In this course, students will work on a variety of focused projects. Working in teams will be a priority. Key concepts will include: team work, conflict resolution, production and project management techniques, software applications for project planning. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 10 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||