Technology & Media School

Technology & Media School is a New York City bootcamp that offers full-time, in-person programs in computer programming, financial technology, digital marketing, and web design. With its robust, intensive curriculum, most courses require about one year to complete except the digital marketing course which wraps up after 11 weeks. Primary languages learned are C, C++, Java, and Python. Technology & Media School is an affiliate of IONIS Schools, founded in 2009 and whose mission is to encourage learning through applicable, real-life projects. 

Candidates are interviewed by both a recruiter and the Director of Admissions. Most courses are meant for beginners; however, courses like Programming 2 and Financial Technology require previous programming experience. 

Within this project-based learning environment, class sizes are kept small to ensure continuous interaction between instructors and students. Each day begins with an instructor-led lecture regarding theory or a demonstration on the use of a specific technique or tool, and then students use the remainder of the day to work on their own projects. Instructors are on hand to help and give feedback. Although the curriculum is focused on student-created projects, student work is also evaluated by quizzes and tests. 

To prepare students for a competitive job market, Technology & Media School develops a goal sheet with each student and teaches students how to perform a systematic job search. The school stages mock interview sessions and offers resume review. When applicable, Technology & Media School shares possible job leads from its own professional network with students. Graduates from the program receive a diploma.