Arts & Humanities
2D Animation & Visual Development Diploma
Capilano University, Canada
- Degree
- Diploma
- Next intake
- Fall 2027
Arts & Humanities
Come and learn from industry professionals at CapU’s state-of-the-art Bosa Centre for Film and Animation. Combine practice with theory to create magic. Film is an art form that can transport people out of their daily lives with escapist excitement, inspire us with visual effects and flourishes, and spur social change with compelling narratives.
Faculty: Fine & Applied Arts | Department: School of Motion Picture Arts | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall 2027 | Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
In Capilano University’s Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts program, students learn film criticism and how to tell stories that evoke emotions and change lives while studying at one of the top film schools in B.C. Students learn the theory and history of film and develop their critical thinking skills.
Career paths include: Assistant Director; Cinematographer; Director; Editor; Filmmaker; Producer; Screenwriter.
High school graduation English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 or equivalent and a minimum average of 75% on two academic Grade 12 courses The required grade ranges and admission cut-offs will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool and may fluctuate from year to year. Grades equal to or better than those listed do not guarantee admission, nor do grade equal to or less than those listed necessarily disqualify admission. Continuation Requirements: Advancement to the Degree at third year is based on the following criteria: Successful completion of the diploma course work, or equivalent; Students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (calculated on grades from all Motion Picture Arts courses in the Diploma) will be eligible to be offered continuance to the third year; Total numbers of students who are offered continuance will be set annually based on available spaces. Students who do not continue into the third year of the degree may apply to graduate with a MOPA Diploma if the credential requirements are met. Returning and Transferring Students: Students who wish to complete the degree must meet the Continuation Requirements above and admission will be based on seat availability.
Domestic applicants: CAD 65,069 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $7,446 total) are excluded. Source
International applicants: CAD 135,377 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $7,446 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.
Apply through the official page: https://www.capilanou.ca/admissions/apply-to-capu/how-to-apply/
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
Arts & Humanities
Capilano University, Canada
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