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Diploma in Visual Effects for Film, Streaming and Immersive Media Capilano University - Main Campus Capilano University - Main Campus, Canada

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CAD 35559

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 135

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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83

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Prepare for an exciting career in Vancouver's growing visual effects industry with training in Capilano University's Visual Effects for Film, Streaming & Immersive Media Diploma program.


Learn from dedicated instructors who have years of experience working in film and TV while developing your skills in digital compositing, modelling and texturing, 2D & 3D animation, visual effects software, matte painting, lighting and rendering, VFX shots and more.


Gain a solid understanding of production schedules & methods and developing distinctive content while learning on the same equipment used by the VFX pros who create engrossing visual worlds on the big screen.


When you graduate from this intensive two-year post secondary program, you'll have an impressive demo reel of visual effects projects including 3D modelling and animation to show to prospective employers and be ready to work in any film or television visual effects department.

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 83
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 56
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 125.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

6.5 IELTS Score
83 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
56 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

35559

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 135

Application Fee
(CAD)

22895 Per year

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Scholarships

International Entrance & Performance Award

Capilano University (CapU) has recently launched the International Entrance & Performance Award! Eligible new international students can receive a tuition reduction of CAD $150 per credit when enrolled in 12 or more credits per semester (typically 4 courses).

Award Value
  • CAD $1,800 per semester for 12.00 credits
  • CAD $150 per credit for any additional registered credits
  • Up to CAD $18,000 total for a four-year degree program
Eligible Programs

Select diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, post-baccalaureate diplomas in fields including Business, Arts & Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Communications and Tourism. View eligible programs

Initial Eligibility

Students must:

  • Be admitted for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
  • Be paying international student tuition fees
  • Be a CapU credential seeking student (non-short-term visiting student)
  • Have an admissions GPA of 2.50 or higher in required courses as determined by CapU’s admission assessment
  • Register in 12.00 or more credits
Continuing Eligibility

To continue receiving the award each term, students must:

  • Maintain a 3.50 term GPA
  • Stay enrolled in 12.00 or more credits
Qualifying Deadlines

Fall 2026 term

  • Complete application to CapU by June 12, 2026
  • Pay Tuition Deposit by June 26, 2026
  • Register by July 30, 2026

Spring 2027 term

  • Complete application to CapU by September 30, 2026
  • Pay Tuition Deposit by Oct 15, 2026
  • Register by November 30, 2026
Additional Notes
  • Eligible students will receive award details in their offer letter.
  • Eligible students will automatically receive the award once course registration is confirmed.
  • Tuition fees will be automatically adjusted before payment deadlines.
  • Students may keep the award in their final semester with fewer than 12.00 credits if fewer credits are needed to graduate.
  • Students who lose eligibility may re-qualify by earning a 3.50 GPA in a future semester.
  • Eligibility ends when:
    • The student is not registered for two consecutive semesters, or
    • The student changes programs, or
    • The program is completed.

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