Ontario College Diploma ANIMATION - 3D
Program Overview
The Animation - 3D program at Centennial College runs for 16 consecutive months and, in that time, prepares you to successfully launch a career in digital animation.
Created in 1996, this animation program takes place at the School of Communications, Media, Arts and Design. Its intensive approach has become internationally recognized, on top of kick-starting the careers of hundreds of talented digital artists. The 3D Animation program focuses on production-style training and offers a unique project-based learning experience that is applauded within the animation, visual effects and game industries. You'll develop skills for careers in animation, film, television, broadcast design and games.
Program Highlights
- The Animation - 3D program gives you 24-hour access to computer labs and workstations.
- Subjects covered also include life drawing, acting for animation and storyboard training.
- Class sizes are small, at a maximum of 21 students per class, giving you the opportunity to work closely alongside industry professionals who collectively have amassed more than 1,000 hours of instruction.
- Training is enhanced by industry-leading guest speakers, participatory workshops and company studio tours.
- You are assisted in producing demo reels that showcase your abilities to potential employers.
- This School of Communication, Media, Arts and Design program boasts an industry field placement. While this opportunity is unpaid, it lasts eight weeks and offers valuable on-the-job training and industry contacts. You will be provided with a list of Toronto studios accepting interns. When seeking industry field placement opportunities, you will be required to make direct contact with animation studios.
- An active alumni network allows you to build your own list of industry contacts.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Centennial College was the first publicly funded college in Ontario, and opened its doors in 1966
There are almost 100 ethno-cultural groups represented on our campus, and over 80 languages spoken
TV show Degrassi High was filmed at our Story Arts Campus in 1989, along with these other films that were filmed at Centennial campuses: Robocop, Resident Evil: Apocalypse, and Man of the Year
The late comedic actor, John Candy, attended Centennial for Journalism and Acting in 1969
In 2016 we opened our new Residence and Culinary Arts Centre at Progress Campus, an eight storey building that houses students, and is the home of the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts, complete with seven kitchen labs, eight new classrooms, a teaching restaurant and a conference and events centre located on the top floor
Centennial College offers a wide range of wellness programs to support not only our students but our staff
Centennial is the only Canadian College that has a campus in China
Centennial will implement bias- and barrier-free recruitment, selection, hiring and promotion at all levels. We will ensure that our employees’ skills and knowledge are respected, valued and used appropriately. We will provide equitable opportunities for professional development and advancement for all employees.
PSW Opportunity
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
40006 CAD
Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
Application Fee: 125 CAD
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