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Diploma of Technical Theatre
- North Vancouver, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Associate of Arts in Technical Theatre is an associate degree offered through the Theater Arts department at Irvine Valley College.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Technical Theatre.
Career outcomes
- Audio and video technicians
- Sound engineering technicians
- Lighting technicians
Curriculum
- Full-time plan
- Node/775 lists the same title as AS
- Node/763 and node/762 list AA. Key courses: Introduction to Design
- Stage Lighting Design
- Acting
- Costume or scenic design and rehearsal and performance courses. The page gives these as sample-plan courses. Total units are not stated on the programme page.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent) with a 2.0 (60%) average on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses
- Some diplomas add a portfolio
- Audition
- Interview or prior post-secondary study (Paralegal). Source: capilanou.ca admission requirements
- Additional academic criteria: Grade 12 average of 2.0 (60%) on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses (general CapU minimum
- Programmes may set higher).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent, see CapU equivalencies list), English 12 or equivalent with 2.0 (60%) plus two academic Grade 12 courses, some programmes add portfolio, audition, interview or course prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
How to apply
- Review the Technical Theatre admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the institution's international admissions service. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,284 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | North Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Fine & Applied Arts |
| Department | School of Performing Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Technical Theatre. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
200 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $31,284 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $40,500 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 120.