The Animation Diploma program focuses on drawing, design and the principles and techniques of traditional and digital character animation, using the latest technology in state-of-the-art facilities.
The two-year Animation diploma program focuses on drawing, design and the principles and techniques of traditional and digital character animation. There is an optional Co-op work term offered between year 1 and year 2 of the program.
Features include a state of the art classroom in the new Innovation Centre in downtown Kelowna, the latest technology in the field of digital animation, and comprehensive drawing classes taught by industry professionals to develop artistic skills, technical dexterity and creative thinking. Industry standard production scenarios and professional practices mimic the production pipeline. Core courses include 2D, digital 2D and 3D animation, life drawing, character design, storyboard and layout design. Animation history, communications and an introduction to business functions are also studied.
Successful graduates complete a professional quality, industry-focused demo reel showcasing their design and digital animation skills, preparing them for a career in British Columbia's (B.C.'s) booming entertainment industry.
Program Goals:
Careers:
Graduates work in a variety of positions:
2D or 3D Animator
Storyboard Artist
Layout Artist
Character Designer
Visual Effects Animator
Creature Animator
Game Artist
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Okanagan College
Kelowna Campus,
1000 KLO Road,
KELOWNA,
British Columbia (BC),
V1Y 4X8, Canada
B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for one year as of the first day of classes.
English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
English requirements
Canadian secondary school English 12: 60% or 70%
IELTS Academic: 6.0 or 6.5
TOEFL: 79 on IBT
Duolingo: 105 or 110
Okanagan College English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Level 3
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Okanagan College goes beyond just delivering an outstanding education, it helps students find their career and gain all the skills needed to succeed.