Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education
Dual Credit - ICT Interactive Design
The ICT Interactive Design program bundles two courses, Introduction to Visual Design (DSGN228) and Digital Media Foundations (MMDA202) together to provide an introductory understanding of how technology and creativity can intertwine to create solutions to real-world problems with digital design.
DSGN228 is an introductory course covering design theory, the production of media, and the use of production hardware and software tools. Learners will become familiar with bitmap and vector graphics, digital photography, typography and print media tools and techniques. MMDA202 will allow students to Explore basic animation theory, motion graphics, and audio and video concepts. Students will use basic programming scripts to develop basic interactive presentations.
Both courses are from SAIT’s new Interactive Design Diploma program, and are common first year courses in all three majors, including: Web Design and Development, User Experience (UX) and Web Design and Development.
Potential careers stemming from these courses include:
- Web Design – creating the aesthetics of a website
- Web Development – coding to build and maintain websites
- User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) – addressing the functionality of a website from the user perspective
- Digital Product Design – designing apps and websites to meet user and business needs
- Marketing
- E-commerce
See the SAIT Dual Credit Handbook for further information on being a dual credit student.
Program Benefits
- Get a jump start on your post-secondary education while still in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Learn about on-going opportunities and experience post-secondary learning
- Taught by experienced instructors who are connected to industry and support students in making meaningful connections to career pathways
- Earn high school credits and post-secondary credits
10 Credits, 30 level CTS
and
6 post-secondary credits
Student Eligibility
Open to CBE high school students who:
- Are in grades 11 or 12 during the program
- Have a strong interest to explore a pathway in interactive and digital design
- Are excited about taking post-secondary courses
- Are able to arrange their own transportation to and from SAIT to their home high school for the duration of the program
- Are on track to successfully pass the following courses or equivalents:
- Math 30-1 (minimum 50%) or 30-2 (minimum 60%)
- ELA 30-1 (minimum 55%) or 30-2 (minimum 60%)
Program Delivery and Location
Delivery
- Blended/hybrid program with both in-person and online asynchronous learning
- Schedule will be communicated to successful applicants prior to program start
Location
In-person learning days will take place at SAIT main campus - 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2M 0L4
Workload
- Students will be expected to attend all in-person class times and use other times for independent work and study time.
- Students are expected to meet all deadlines set by the instructor
Technology Requirements
- Students will need access to specific hardware and software to access these courses.
- Loaner laptops that meet the criteria will be available for students to borrow for the duration of the program, with a signed loaner agreement in place.
- Detailed information regarding
laptop requirements can be found on SAIT’s website (under “Books and supplies”).
Program Dates
- Semester 1 | September to December
- In person - Mondays & Wednesdays, 8:30 – 11:30 AM
- Online – asynchronous independent work to be completed Tues/Thurs/Fri mornings
Assessment
- Assessment in both courses is geared towards industry preparation and will focus on project work – both individual and group work will be required.
- No quizzes or tests.
Considerations
- Online synchronous courses are live with the post-secondary instructor. They run at set times and attendance is required.
- Students must have space in their school timetable to accommodate the program times.
- Students must also have time in their life outside of school to complete work for their Dual Credit program in addition to their regular school assignments.
- Students must meet all course assignment, quiz and test deadlines in order to be successful.
- Students must submit a personal learning schedule with their application, which outlines when they will work on their Dual Credit course work outside of class time.
- Students must be registered as a full-time student, taking at least one course at their home high school during the program (work experience excluded).
- Students will be expected to communicate with both their CBE supervising teacher and course instructor regularly.
How to Apply
- Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
- Review program choice with your school Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
- You are highly encouraged to attend the
Unique Pathways Information Night to ask questions of our program partners and determine if the program is a good fit for you. Connect with your Off-campus Coordinator or Guidance counsellor if you are unable to attend.
- Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
- Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
- Book an appointment with your Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counselor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
- The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.
Program Partner
Application Deadline
Application for Summer & Fall 2025 is available now!
Applications are due
Thursday, April 10.
Information Sessions
Questions? Join us for an online UP information session!
*Please note that registration is not required, however, it is helpful for our team in tailoring our presentation to the audience.
