Diploma in Interactive Design - Graphic Design is a diploma in Applied Design programme taught at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 51,649 per total (CAD 23,149 per total for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Applied Design
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 23,149 / total
International tuition: CAD 51,649 / total
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This two-year, 60-credit diploma from SAIT's Interactive Design program specializes in graphic design, covering visual storytelling, illustration, and foundational design principles and tools. Coursework includes print and graphic design layout, composition, and visual hierarchy for diverse print media, along with typography, colour theory, and packaging projects using digital press and bindery equipment. Students develop project management and workflow skills, apply data and industry trends to inform design decisions, and build a client-ready portfolio demonstrating applied design concepts. The program emphasizes user-centric design and collaborative, audience-tailored work. It is delivered in person at SAIT's Main Campus across four semesters. The standard length is two years, with up to seven years allowed to complete all requirements. The program accepts international applicants and meets Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility requirements.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants educated in Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and complete Math 30-1 with a minimum of 50% or Math 30-2 with a minimum of 60%, and English Language Arts 30-1 with a minimum of 55% or English Language Arts 30-2 with a minimum of 60%, or equivalents; SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for applicants educated outside Alberta. Applicants educated outside Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and provide an international document assessment confirming they meet the program's admission requirements.
