The Graphic Design advanced diploma program at Seneca Polytechnic prepares students for careers in visual communication, branding, digital media and interactive design. Through a combination of creative thinking, technical training and real-world projects, students learn how to develop effective design solutions for print, digital and experiential media.
The program covers typography, branding, marketing communications, web design, user experience, publication design and visual storytelling. Students gain practical experience using industry-standard design software while developing professional portfolios that showcase their creative and technical abilities.
A field placement or in-studio practicum in the final semester provides valuable industry experience and helps students transition successfully into professional design careers.
- Academic Requirement: • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. • Successful completion of Grade 12. • International applicants must submit academic transcripts and graduation documents. • Creativity, visual communication skills and interest in design are highly recommended.
- ELP Requirement: • IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall (No Band Below 5.5) • PTE Academic: 58 • Duolingo English Test: 105-110 • TOEFL iBT: Minimum 20 in each skill • CAEL: 60 • Cambridge English: 169 (No skill below 162)
- Special Requirement: • Field Placement or In-Studio Practicum available during the final semester. • Portfolio development and graduate showcase included. • Training in print design, digital design, branding, typography and interactive design. • Industry-standard software and creative tools are used throughout the program. • Students develop professional portfolios for employment opportunities.
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Students whose study permit applications are still pending may request a deferral to the next available intake, provided the request is submitted before Day 10 of classes and the program is available. Deferrals are granted only once.
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Students awaiting an IRCC decision must still meet the deferral deadline. Requests submitted after Day 10 of classes will not be approved solely because a study permit decision is pending.
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Students may alternatively withdraw and apply for a refund by submitting the required withdrawal form and supporting documentation. Applicable administrative fees may be deducted.
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If a study permit application is refused, students may defer their admission and request a new Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to support a future study permit application. PAL issuance is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
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Refund requests due to study permit refusal must include a copy of the official IRCC refusal letter and be submitted within 14 days of the refusal date.
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Only the refusal letter associated with the intake being withdrawn from will be considered for refund eligibility.
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Students whose second study permit application is refused before the start of classes may still qualify for a refund, subject to Seneca’s refund policy.
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Deferral requests are subject to program availability, and late requests may require a written appeal.
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Approved late deferrals may be subject to a CAD $200 late fee.
- Application Fee: $90
- LOA Deposit: $0
- Annual Tuition Fee: $18,500
- Total Tuition Fee: $55,500
- Course Duration: 3 Years
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September 2026 January 2027 May 2027
• Completed application form
• CAD $90 application fee
• Passport copy
• Grade 12 certificate
• Academic transcripts
• English language proficiency test results (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo)
• Proof of name change (if applicable)
• Additional documents requested by Seneca Polytechnic
• Monitor application status through Seneca Student Home