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undergraduate

Degree

Animation Diploma

undergraduate

Degree

Animation Diploma

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $30,085 CAD

  • Application fee

    $100 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    2-3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

Options
Co-op

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 30-June-2023 2023-06-30

Overview

Animation Diploma

The two-year Animation diploma program at Okanagan College focuses on drawing, design and the principles and techniques of traditional and digital character animation. 

An optional Co-op work term is offered between year 1 and year 2 of the program.

Features include a state-of-the-art classroom in the Innovation Centre in downtown Kelowna, the latest technology in the field of digital animation, and comprehensive drawing classes taught by industry professionals to develop artistic skills, technical dexterity and creative thinking. 

Industry-standard production scenarios and professional practices mimic the production pipeline. 

Core courses include 2D, digital 2D and 3D animation, life drawing, character design, storyboard and layout design. 

Animation history, communications and an introduction to business functions are also studied.

Successful graduates complete a professional quality, industry-focused demo reel showcasing their design and digital animation skills, preparing them for a career in British Columbia's (B.C.'s) booming entertainment industry.

Program Goals:

  • Focus on applied learning: from pencil to digital, graduating animators and not just operators.
  • Deliver a curriculum that balances artistic skills, industry techniques and applied technology.
  • Maintain close relationships with the industry.
  • Train artists for a successful career in the 2D or 3D animation industry.

Skill sets taught in the Animation program also apply to careers in computer games, multimedia, web design, television and feature film.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$34,605

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,888
Accommodation 1 bed room $4,520
Tuition 1 person $30,085

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Portfolio
  • Interview
  • Statement Of Intent

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

79
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

56
55
listening
55
writing
55
speaking
55
reading

Cambridge

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listening
-
writing
-
speaking
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reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
  • A minimum grade of 60% in EAPD 040, EAPW 040 and EAPR 040 for admission to most other programs.
EAP Level 1Overall IELTS 5.0TOEFL iBT score of 60Duolingo score of 75-80
EAP Level 2Overall IELTS 5.5TOEFL iBT score of 71-78Duolingo score of 85-90
EAP Level 3Overall IELTS 6.0TOEFL iBT score of >78Duolingo score of 95-100

Academic background and requirement

  • B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for one year as of the first day of classes.
  • English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
  • Interview and portfolio assessment.
  • Applicants may be required to complete a drawing exercise.

Career opportunities

  • 2D or 3D Animator
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Layout Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Visual Effects Animator
  • Creature Animator
  • Game Artist

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