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Canada, British Columbia
Type: College
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1994
Total Students: 20,450 +
Int. Students: 7,060 +
Main Campus Address
100 W 49th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 2Z6, Canada
The Advanced Visual Effects (VFX) program allows you to confidently enter production-ready roles in the fast-growing film and game industries. You’ll learn the history of special effects techniques and apply that knowledge to create an entire short film from top to bottom. This includes directing, designing, and building 3D assets, as well as fully integrating visual effects shots from concept to post-production.
Along the way, you will develop a professional demo reel and portfolio in line with the latest industry trends. Beyond the classroom, you have the opportunity to establish professional connections through a variety of industry events as you prepare to take on visual effects and motion graphics roles working in feature films, games, and other media. Graduate students will be prepared for many rewarding positions in the film and animation industry, including: FX Artist, Compositor, Modeler, Lighter, Texture Artist, Matchmove Artist, and 3D Generalist
Leveraging the strength of the curriculum and new facilities in the heart of Vancouver's Visual Effects and animation district at the Centre for Entertainment Arts, the Continuing Studies Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects supports students through a two-year, full-time program that offers a comprehensive coverage of core practical and artistic skills. In addition to training students for a career after graduation, the program enables students to hone their strengths and shape a specialized professional focus.
Graduates of this program may be eligible to apply for a Canadian post-graduation work permit.
Learn more about our exciting courses and curriculum, how to apply for the program, or simply contact us at any time to find out more about getting started on your journey with the CS Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects at Langara College. We can’t wait to see what you create!
UG Certificate / Diploma
45 Days
Full-Time
36 Months
Yes
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Not Available | |
may 2024 | Not Available | |
sep 2024 | Closed |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities:-
Graduates of this program will have job-ready skills. Here's what some local industry leaders have to say about the new program:
“I am excited to hear that Langara College will be using the ArtU curriculum in Vancouver. I completed my education at ArtU and it launched my career. Having this excellent education provided me with all the needed knowledge to succeed in the VFX industry and end up as Head of Animation at Digital Domain. I cannot wait to bring inspiring animators from the Langara program onto our projects.”
Jan Philip Cramer, Head of Animation, Digital Domain
“We are delighted to see the launch of innovative programming. Langara College's new programs will produce the highly skilled graduates we need in BC's fast growing interactive entertainment industry and support the continued success of this sector in our province. The Creative Technology sector provides high paying exciting jobs in a creative work environment - not only in the Lower Mainland, but in the vibrant technology hub of Victoria and emerging technology centres such as Kelowna and mid-Vancouver Island. Skills needed in this sector span the range from coding and art to production and business skills. I encourage young BC’ers and those wishing to restart or enhance their careers to consider the incredible opportunities in the creative technology sector, and the excellent training offered by post-secondary solutions such as this.”
Brenda Bailey, Executive Director, DigiBC
“As the largest game developer in British Columbia, Electronic Arts (EA) is always focused on making sure we are growing the next-generation of talent for the interactive entertainment industry in this province. We are extremely supportive of the upcoming Langara College program using ArtU's curriculum in Vancouver. This development shows off the strength of the creative economy ecosystem in BC, and EA looks forward to working with the Langara team and their future students.”
Jon Lutz, Board Chair DigiBC and Electronic Arts VP Strategy, Ops and Finance
“Kabam is thrilled to hear about the new Langara College program that leverates the strength of the Academy of Art's curriculum. Vancouver is a great place for game development and animation companies, and the programs they offer will help build strong talent in the region, I hope for years to come."
Tim Fields, CEO, Kabam
“Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is one of the fastest growing independent game developers in British Columbia and we are therefore thrilled that Langara College is bringing the Academy of Art curriculum to Vancouver. BBI relies on a supply of talented game developers and we are therefore excited to work with them to continue our growth into the future.”
David McKay, Blackbird Interactive
Any student who wishes to study in Canada requires a student visa. Some of the essential information for the application process is given below.
Ideally, one should apply for the study permit at least 4 to 6 months before the commencement of your course/program.
There is no need for a blocked bank account to apply for a student visa to Canada.
The student visa is valid for the entire period of your course plus three months.
It takes time. It might take up to 35 days post your interview for the application process to complete and for you to finally receive your visa.
It varies from applicant to applicant, but one may have to take part in one or two visa appointments, namely a medical examination and a visa interview.
An applicant can either apply online or offline by visiting a visa application centre and submitting their documents. After the analysis of your application, you might be called for an interview.
The visa application fee for Canada is CAD 150.
You require a minimum monthly amount to be deposited into your account to prove that you can sustain yourself while studying in Canada. If you are studying in Quebec, you need to have a monthly minimum of CAD 917, and if you are studying in a province except for Quebec, you need to have a minimum of CAD 833 per month.
You will have to pay a medical examination fee and a visa application service fee to the tune of CAD 15 if you visit a visa application centre to apply for your visa.
One has to undergo a series of medical examinations to be deemed fit for a student visa of Canada. The tests mostly include blood and urine tests, chest x-rays and other organ checkups.
one doesn’t need to prove their language skills in applying for a Canadian Visa.
Disclaimer: The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.
Students who wish to work in Canada require a work permit to do so. A student in Canada can work part-time during the course of his studies and full-time during holidays and semester breaks and post the completion of their course/program.
You can also work part-time on campus at your university.
Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.
As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.
To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.
You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada. if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.
You can work part-time off-campus if you are studying in the Quebec province.
Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.
As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.
To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.
You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.
In Canada, you will need a work permit to get a full-time job in Canada after finishing your studies. You chose a work permit like the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if you wish to stay back in Canada and work full-time.
Visit Government of Canada Website for more detail
The Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work for three years in Canada if you have completed a two years degree or more.
You can either apply online or download the form and mail the application along with the required documents. Pay your fee and then wait for the decision to come.
To apply for the work visa, you need a degree from a recognized and accredited Canadian University along with an intention to stay and work in Canada only temporarily.
One can apply for the full-time work permit in the first three months post the completion of their course during which the study permit is still valid.
You will have to wait for 90 days for the decision on your work permit.
The work permit is valid for 3 years if you have completed a two years degree program or more.
The fee for the work permit is CAD 255 plus the holder fee and the work permit processing fee.
An applicant is guaranteed a minimum salary of CAD 1,600 per month while working in Canada. This amount though varies on the job and the province you are working in.
There is no maximum limit, and you can work for as many hours as you want on the full-time work permit.
To apply for the work visa, you will need the following documents:
Till a decision is made on your work visa, you can continue to work full time. All you need to have is your completed degree, should have applied for the permit before the expiry of your study permit and you should be allowed to work off-campus.
The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.
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