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3D Animation, Modeling & Effects for Film & Games Diploma at Capilano University

Capilano University, Canada

Programme overview

Launch their 3D career with comprehensive training in the Film, Games & Animation Diploma at Capilano University. Our enhanced two-year 3D Animation, Modeling and Effects diploma unleashes their potential to create stunning computer-generated characters and environments. In their first year students will build a solid foundation in animation, modeling, rigging, effects and compositing.

Faculty: Fine & Applied Arts  |  Department: School of Animation & Visual Effects  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Year two allows students to specialize in areas like animation, modeling, look development, compositing, effects or rigging. New features include an independent study course for personalized skill deepening, and CMNS 115 - Communication for Animation and Game Design , focused on industry-specific writing and creative development.

Career pathways

Career paths include: Character and creature animator; Character designer; Environment artist; FX artist; Grooming and cloth sim; Hard surface modeler; Look development artist; Lighting and comp artist; Rigging/technical artist; Surface artist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

High school graduation Letter of intent needs to indicate interest in the animation field and previous related experience (if applicable).

Domestic applicants: CAD 36,798 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $3,719 total) are excluded. Source

International applicants: CAD 73,525 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $3,719 total) are excluded. Source

Domestic applicants (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of $50, which covers applications to 2 programs.

International applicants apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of C$135, which covers applications to 2 programs. New international students also pay a one-time $5,000 deposit, applied against international tuition once registered in courses.

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