School: Centennial College
Program:Digital Visual Effect
Program | Digital Visual Effect | Faculty | School of Communications, Media, Arts and Design |
Credential | Diploma | Duration | 2 years/4 semesters |
Starting Month | Fall | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
The Digital Visual Effects program is the only two-year college diploma offering of its kind in Ontario. Facilitated at Centennial College's Story Arts Centre, it provides you the opportunity to learn the industry-standard techniques required to produce the photo-realistic visual effects seen in films that would be impossible to capture with a live action camera.
Advantages:
You learn industry-standard techniques in image processing, editing, lighting, rendering, matte painting, set extension, compositing and post VFX that employers are looking for.
During the program, you produce a marketable demo and self-promotional package suitable for the VFX industry.
A field placement in the final semester provides a valuable opportunity to work in the visual effects industry.
You attend Digital Visual Effects courses at Centennial College's Story Arts Centre, located close to Toronto's downtown core and the major VFX studios.
During your time in the program, you study and work in labs that are equipped with the latest tools and industry-standard software.
The program provides a practical, hands-on and entrepreneurial approach that prepares you for sustainable VFX-related careers.
Opportunities exist to collaborate with students in the digital animation, game design, photography, broadcasting, music, art and theatre programs at the Story Arts Centre. This is a unique opportunity to network, learn and work with industry professionals.
Admission Requirement:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent (minimum grade required) or take the Centennial College English Skills Assessment for Admission
Tuition Fees:
Student | Tuition ( 2 Semesters)
| Incidental Fees
| Total
|
Canadian
| $4962
| $1130
| $6095
|
International | $13283
| $2416
| $15699
|
Career:
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as:
Lighter
Look development artist
Matte painter
Compositor
Credits Transfer
Students who successfully complete this program may qualify for entry into Ontario college graduate certificates and university degree programs at institutions such as McMaster University, University of Guelph and Northern Alberta Institution of Technology.
Link to Centennial College Official Website
https://www.centennialcollege.ca/