Graduate Certificate in Visual Effects for Film and Television

at Seneca College- Seneca at York Campus Canada

In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will be training for an exciting career as a chemical technologist with specializations in chemical analysis, applied chemical engineering and environmental chemistry. This program will provide you with hands-on experience and a solid background in basic biology, chemistry and mathematics. You will further focus on analytical and instrumental chemistry, organic, industrial and polymer chemistry, metallurgy, ceramics, composites and environmental analysis, health and chemistry.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Implement and evaluate quality control procedures
• Perform and validate laboratory procedures to conduct tests
• Improve industrial or chemical processes and laboratory equipment
• Prepare and purify compounds using standard chemical procedures

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This eight-month graduate certificate program will allow you to study 3D computer-based modelling and animation using high-end computer workstations, software and tools. You will learn the principles of animation to develop and master your knowledge of lighting, texturing and rendering, and fundamental elements of 3D animation.  

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Animation
• Modeling
• Rigging
• Lighting
• Rendering
• Compositing

Additionally, you will learn project development skills and storyboard drawing techniques necessary to succeed in the field of 3D animation.

This three-year advanced diploma program will prepare you to become a marketing leader. You will learn to develop, integrate and execute marketing strategies for new and existing products and services. You will be challenged to be creative, analytical and tactical to identify, build and sustain a loyal customer base through unique marketing approaches.Your learning will be further advanced through the use of innovative and applied delivery techniques such as problem-based learning, real-life projects and case study analysis.

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Technical proficiency
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Leadership skill

Seneca’s two-year diploma Journalism program will provide you with hands-on training for multiple platforms — broadcast, video, audio, multimedia, online and social media. You will work in integrated newsrooms across all platforms.

Starting on your first day, you will be in the field reporting and giving a voice to issues that matter. As the program develops you can specialize in sports, entertainment, aboriginal/environmental issues, investigative journalism, hosting/anchoring or documentary/multimedia presentations.

You can also pursue the concurrent credential Journalism program offered by Seneca and York University where you can earn a Seneca diploma and a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Multiplatform reporting
• Content producing
• Documenting
• Multimedia presentation
• Specialized writing
• Pitching
• Audio and visual gathering
• Editing
• Investigating
• On-air performance

Field Placement
You will experience journalism in a professional multiplatform setting through six weeks of mandatory field placement.

This two-year diploma program will equip you with necessary skills to work in the justice sector, as a professional public service administrator, or clerk for courts or quasi-judicial administrative tribunals. You will study Canadian law, procedure and ethics, and gain hands-on experience in the areas of project management, legal research, public administration and technology. Fluency in English is critical to your success as there is a strong focus on effective written and verbal communication throughout the program. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Organization and time management
• Legal research and critical thinking
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Project management
• Technological proficiency

Field Placement
Meet all the academic requirements and you will have the opportunity to participate in a four–week unpaid field placement at the end of your fourth semester. This opportunity will provide you with practical work experience and exposure to the justice administration sector. With the support and assistance of faculty and staff, you will play an active role in securing your placement.

To be placed in a court or other government setting, you will have to provide a police clearance certificate. You must have permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship to be eligible for a field placement with a government court, tribunal, department, or agency.

This two-year diploma program will grow your knowledge and interest in photography and image creation. You will experience hands-on learning focused on the technical skills, business

Skills
You will acquire artistic, technical, business and entrepreneurial skills. You can expect to gain technical expertise in photo manipulation, restoration and compositing.

This two-year diploma program will expose you to the different aspects of advertising communications including strategic planning, concept development, digital content creation and management, copywriting, art direction, account management, applied research and public relations.

You will be challenged to be a creative and imaginative thinker, strong-willed, and a superior writer with solid interpersonal skills.

Each semester of this program offers a building-block process with fundamentals and real-life experiences delivered by industry expert professors and advertising agency partners to nurture and inspire your creativity. Throughout each semester, you will also have opportunities to develop and present full-fledged ad campaigns.

In the second year, you will have an opportunity to pick between the creative or strategic streams depending on your career interest. Along with specializing in portfolio development, personal branding, and digital and mobile planning. The program will also offer you an opportunity to attend New York Advertising Week. You will become a part of the advertising industry with agency tours, meet with the industry leaders and begin the challenge of marketing yourself.  

In recent years, our students have won gold, silver and bronze awards in national competitions such as the Advertising Educators Association of Canada Student Competition, The Grip Limited Juicer and the Cossette Communication Grow-Op.?Other international awards won by graduates include the Cannes Lion Advertising Festival, Marketing Magazine, CASSIES, Clio Awards, New York Festivals and London International Awards.?

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Copywriting
• Creative thinking
• Content creation
• Interpersonal skills

This one-year graduate certificate program is the first of its kind in Ontario. With the increase in cannabis product commercialization, there has been a growing demand for regulation and quality assurance experts. In this program, you will develop the knowledge and expertise to grade and maintain product quality in a highly regulated industry. Your learning will include interpreting and understanding regulatory standards governed by the Cannabis Act and Regulations. Upon successful completion of this program, you will be prepared to seek careers in cannabis regulation or quality assurance in medical or cannabis production organizations.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Preparing and managing quality documents and records
• Analyzing clinical data
• Developing components of a quality manual
• Applying quality assurance frameworks
• Mitigating risks for an organization
• Supporting security system oversight
• Supporting Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the manufacturing and distribution of various cannabis products

This eight-month graduate certificate program prepares you for an exciting marketing management career within the rapidly growing industry of esports and competitive gaming. Revenue in this sector is currently valued at more than $1 billion globally with a high demand for marketing professionals who specialize in sponsorship and branding. Your learning in this program will focus on that specific need with a curriculum that centres on developing business strategies and marketing plans for branding, advertising and sponsorship opportunities.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Advertising
• Branding
• Business strategy
• Market research
• Marketing plans
• Sponsorship

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment.  The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility.  Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This three-year advanced diploma program will prepare you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create effective design solutions for interactive, print and experiential design projects. Fundamental principles and skills training, followed by immersive cross disciplinary learning, culminate with a graduate showcase portfolio and the opportunity to participate in a field placement. This program will prepare you to work as a designer in the communications industry.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Design
• Typography
• Business writing
• Marketing

Field Placement
You will have the option to pursue a field placement or an In-studio practicum during your sixth semester of the program.