Programs
Communication and Digital Media Studies
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Communication and Digital Media Studies
Is social media changing the world for better or worse? How do smartphones shape the way we think and behave? Can popular culture create and challenge stereotypes? Why are ads so effective at persuading people to buy?
Communications and digital media are everywhere and in everything. Journalists, public affairs officers, content creators, entertainment makers, branding experts, digital storytellers, social media influencers, consumers, citizens and activists use all kinds of media every day to produce, send and receive digital messages and images about the world, to change it in some way.
In the Communications and Digital Media Studies (CDMS) program, you will develop specialized knowledge about the fast-changing communication and digital media environment in which we live, work, shop and play, analyze the social dimensions and impacts of many media forms and hone professional communication and digital media skills linked to thousands of new and exciting careers. You will become a strong communicator who is able to present your ideas in a variety of forms such as research essays, case studies, journals, blogs, videos, digital stories, memes and mini-TED Talks.
For more information, visit the CDMS website or view our program postcard.
Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Science with Co-op (Honours)
Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science
If you're interested in applying to the Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science program without co-op, apply via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) using OUAC code DMC.
If you're interested in applying to the Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science (Co-op) program, apply via OUAC code DIM.
Through the Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science program, you’ll develop a strong foundation in both Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, with access to courses taught by area experts in both fields. Building upon a comprehensive and integrated curriculum of mathematics, computer science and statistics, you'll learn to solve complex and socially relevant problems using tools in computer programming and mathematical analysis in an immersive and experiential learning environment.
The curriculum offers flexibility in upper-year courses, tailored for a wide range of career trajectories and interests. Through program-specific application and integration courses, you’ll engage in experiential learning through self-directed group projects inspired by industry problems and initiatives.
Science and Management
If you are interested in managerial and leadership roles, consider applying for the five-year Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours) program in your upper years of study. Graduates gain a solid foundation in the key functional areas of business and management, including finance, accounting, operations, project management and marketing.
There is a wealth of opportunities for science graduates in industry, government and in areas of applied science. The combination of a science degree and business and management education will give an added advantage to graduates in establishing careers within these practical fields.
Computer Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Science with Co-op (Honours)
Computer Science
If you're interested in applying to the Computer Science program without co-op, apply via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) using OUAC code DSD.
If you're interested in applying to the Computer Science (Co-op) program, apply via OUAC code DCD.
Pursue your studies in the Honours Computer Science program, or choose to specialize in one of the following areas:
Mathematics for Science and Industry
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Science with Co-op (Honours)
Mathematics for Science and Industry
If you're interested in applying to the Applied and Industrial Mathematics program without co-op, apply via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) using OUAC code DSI.
If you're interested in applying to the Applied and Industrial Mathematics (Co-op) program, apply via OUAC code DCI.
Science and Management
If you are interested in managerial and leadership roles, consider applying for the five-year Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours) program in your upper years of study. Graduates gain a solid foundation in the key functional areas of business and management, including finance, accounting, operations, project management and marketing.
There is a wealth of opportunities for science graduates in industry, government, and in areas of applied science. The combination of a science degree and business and management education will give an added advantage to graduates in establishing careers within these practical fields.
Creativity, Digital Arts and Entertainment Industries
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Creativity, Digital Arts and Entertainment Industries
From Hollywood to Silicon Valley, creativity is core to the globe’s largest entertainment industries, and the world has become a stage for all kinds of digital creators, artists and influencers. Whether made by a big studio or a YouTuber, new ideas, styles, artworks, apps, movies, TV series, games, songs, ads and videos spread around the world. Creativity is now everywhere and in everything, and the digital arts and entertainment industries are used to educate, distract, delight and persuade.
In the specialized Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Digital Media Studies (CDMS) - Creativity, Digital Arts and Entertainment Industries, you will learn about creativity, the digital arts and the entertainment industries in relation to the social environment that shapes them. You will explore the political economy of the creative industries, the legal, policy and regulatory environment that supports and sometimes stymies what digital media creators do and say on the internet and design and communicate ideas, images and stories to resonate with audiences and have a social impact.
The specialized program’s high-quality and socially relevant curriculum will provide you with a strong foundation in the theory, research, analysis and professional practice of communication and digital media, and its emphasis on creativity, digital arts and entertainment industries will open pathways to thousands of new and emerging 21st century careers.
Information Technology - Networking and Information Technology Security
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
Information Technology - Networking and Information Technology Security
We graduate some of Canada’s top experts in networking and information technology (IT) security. In this program, you will use leading‑edge equipment and laboratories to apply core concepts in fundamental and advanced networking, enterprise‑level network engineering, cloud computing, programming, scripting, databases, cryptography, policies, malware analysis, forensics and many additional technical topics.
The coursework prepares you to manage the continuing changes and challenges of the IT profession and to pursue various levels of industry certification programs including Cisco, CompTIA and (ISC)².
Data Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Science with Co-op (Honours)
Data Science
As a Computer Science student in the Data Science specialization, you will develop the knowledge, skills and tools to set you up for success in this desirable job market.
Individuals interested in this specialization will apply directly to Data Science through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre using the application code DSM.
Software Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering with Co-op (Honours)
Software Engineering
With growing market demand, software engineering is one of Canada's newest engineering disciplines; however, there are few software engineering programs in Canada. At Ontario Tech University, our Software Engineering program focuses on the design of computer software and is exposed to software design for embedded systems, enterprise and mobile systems, distributed systems, real-time control systems, multi-media and man-machine interfaces.
Courses including software design, user interface, advanced networks, and design and analysis of algorithms prepare graduates for successful careers in the software engineering field.
Digital Media
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science and Management (Honours)
Bachelor of Science with Co-op (Honours)
Digital Media
The Digital Media specialization within the Computer Science program covers topics such as computer graphics, information visualization, human‑computer interaction, machine vision and mobile development. Students will study the underlying technologies used in computer games, educational software, mobile devices and other forms of digital media through the science that informs it. This option is especially suitable for students who are directly interested in digital media or in a related field.
Strategic Communications, Social Media and Society
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Strategic Communications, Social Media and Society
Communications and digital media are everywhere and in everything. Journalists, public affairs officers, content creators, entertainment makers, branding experts, digital storytellers, social media influencers, consumers, activists and citizens use all kinds of media every day to create, send, and receive messages and images about the world, with the goal of changing it in some way.
In the Specialized Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Digital Media Studies (CDMS) - Strategic Communication, Social Media and Society, students learn about the fast-changing strategic and social media communications environment in which a wide range of communicators, from companies to governments to militaries to political parties to non-profit advocacy and activist movements, use social media platforms such as Twitter, TikTok and YouTube to inform, influence and change society.
You will analyze strategic communications in relation to the economics, politics, technologies, and cultures of the Internet and social media platforms, and hone knowledge and skills linked to thousands of new 21st century careers.
Information Technology - Game Development and Interactive Media
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
Information Technology - Game Development and Interactive Media
You will acquire the knowledge and skills required to quickly advance your career in the gaming, interactive media and simulation industries, or become an entrepreneur in charge of developing and managing your own gaming/interactive media studio.
Our innovative gaming and virtual reality laboratory is equipped with state-of-the art software and equipment. This includes motion capture facilities, an audiometric (sound) room, 3D displays and the latest in interaction devices to allow for the development of high-quality animation, 3D models, sound recording and production, game engines and gameplay code.
Technology Management (Bachelor of Information Technology)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
Technology Management (Bachelor of Information Technology)
The program will develop your skills in data analytics, information systems, change management and data security.
This major is consistent with the university’s mandate and the Faculty of Business and Information Technology’s priority to be market-relevant. The focus on informatics integrates with research being conducted in the Informatics Research Institute and in associated incubators. It is a direct response to market demand for professionals with domain-specific knowledge and ICT-related skills. According to Statistics Canada (2008), the labour market for professionals with business informatics skills was an IT occupation that continued to thrive through the recession due to industry need.
Students completing this program will qualify for the Certified Business Technology Manager (CBTM) designation from Canadian Coalition for Tomorrow's ICT (Information Communication Technology) Skills (CCICT), once they obtain sufficient work experience.
Co-op
These programs offer a co-op option. If you’re interested, select the co-op program on your application. More at ontariotechu.ca/co-op.
Courses
Want to see the specific courses you’ll be taking in your program? Visit ontariotechu.ca/calendar.College-to-university transfer programs
Turn an Ontario college diploma (or equivalent) into a degree in as little as two years. See which programs are available to you at ontariotechu.ca/pathways.
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