About Our Programs

Capilano University has a long history of successful training in the film and animation industries. We have intensive programs in classical 2D and 3D animation as well as digital visual effects that lead to careers as animation designers, storyboard artists, layout artists, 3D modelers, texture artists, effects artists, compositors and animators. Browse our graduate galleries and see what you could be creating if you were in one of our programs!

3D Animation for Film and GameS
2-Year Diploma

Animation Fundamentals
8-Week Summer Intensive

WHY CHOOSE CAPILANO ANIMATION and VISUAL EFFECTS?

Capilano University has an excellent reputation in the animation and visual effects industry for training production-ready graduates with amazing artistic, animation, and technical skills.  Here’s why we have a great reputation in the animation and visual effects industries:

1: COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

Our program’s success is tracked by the provincial government which means we are accountable for the quality of instruction and graduate success rates.

2: EMPLOYABILITY

Our graduates have consistently found employment in the animation and visual effects industries even during rough times. Visit the Galleries to see why our grads are in high demand.

3: QUALITY OF INSTRUCTION

The instructors, in consultation with industry, are the heart and soul of our programs. We are all industry professionals who take great pride in running one of the best programs in Canada. We are consistently ranked as a top animation school worldwide.

4: SMALL CLASS SIZES

We accept students just once per year. That means you’re competing against fewer graduates. You’re not just another student, you become part of our family.

5: COST OF EDUCATION

We are a provincially-funded university that ensures a quality educational experience and controlled costs. Our business is focused on artistic and educational excellence.

6: FACILITIES

We have state-of-the-art facilities that provide a comfortable and inspiring learning environment.

Looking for information about our Programs?

Visit the School of Animation and Visual Effects website to learn more about our programs and University. Click here for details