Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication at Capilano University

Want to be part of the next generation of creative professionals? Develop their skill in branding, illustration and interactive design in the 4-year Bachelor of Design at CapU. In the Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication degree program, we make it our business to keep up with industry trends and technological innovations and stay responsive to cultural change. Students be prepared for a career doing what students love, whether that’s illustration, branding, graphic design, visual design, art direction, character design, typography and storyboarding, interactive design, UI (user interface) and UX (user experience), editorial design, publishing, digital media, environmental design and more.

Faculty: Fine & Applied Arts  |  Department: IDEA School of Design  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

The program is rigorous, offering many all-day classes and strong peer support during the learning and design process. Students engage with instructors who are professionals with years of experience and broad networks across the industry.

Career pathways

Career paths include: Graphic designer; Art director; Packaging designer; Communication designer; Illustrator; Storyboard artist; Character designer; UI/UX designer; Digital designer; Web/App designer.

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