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Diploma of 3D Animation, Modeling and Effects for Film and Games
- North Vancouver, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma in 3D animation, modelling and visual effects for film and games.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in 3D Animation
- Modeling and Effects for Film and Games. Apply skills related to Year one covers animation
- modelling
- rigging. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Film
- Games and animation careers
Curriculum
- Year one covers animation
- modelling
- rigging
- effects and compositing. Year two lets students specialise in animation
- modelling
- look development
- compositing
- effects or rigging
- with an independent study course and a communication course for animation and game design. The work leads to a demo reel presented at the annual graduate showcase.
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
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
- Portfolio of Work
How to apply
- Review the 3D Animation
- Modeling and Effects for Film and Games 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. Submit the required portfolio. 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 Animation & Visual Effects |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to 3D Animation, Modeling and Effects for Film and Games. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Mar 2027
108 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 2 Mar 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. A portfolio is required.