Animation - 3D - EdviseCanada

Centennial College - Story Arts Centre
Canada, Ontario, Toronto

Study location	Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Type	Diploma, College
Nominal duration	2 years/ 16 months continuous
Study language	English
Course code	6423

Tuition fee	CA$19,504 per year The fee is for the 2022–2023 academic year and includes tuition (CA$17,794), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change.
Registration fee	CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).
Accommodation fee	CA$1,800 per month The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month. Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences). Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

Tuition fee

CA$19,504 per year

The fee is for the 2022–2023 academic year and includes tuition (CA$17,794), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee

CA$400 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

Accommodation fee

CA$1,800 per month

The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.

Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences).
Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

Entry qualification	High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents): Grade 12 English The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Entry qualification

High School / Secondary Education (or higher)

To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):

Grade 12 English

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Language requirements	English If you did not complete two or more consecutive full years at a recognized secondary or post-secondary education institution in a school where English is the primary language of instruction and communication, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below: IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.0 (min Listening: 5.5, min Reading: 5.5, min Writing: 5.5, min Speaking: 5.5) TOEFL (IBT): Total score of 80 (min Reading: 20, min Listening: 20, min Speaking: 20, min Writing: 20) Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 105 Other accepted language tests

Language requirements

English

If you did not complete two or more consecutive full years at a recognized secondary or post-secondary education institution in a school where English is the primary language of instruction and communication, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:

IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.0 (min Listening: 5.5, min Reading: 5.5, min Writing: 5.5, min Speaking: 5.5)

TOEFL (IBT): Total score of 80 (min Reading: 20, min Listening: 20, min Speaking: 20, min Writing: 20)

Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 105

Other accepted language tests

Other requirements	A relevant portfolio is required. After submitting your application, you will receive a letter with instructions on how to book the mandatory Animation – 3D program admission session, where you will submit a portfolio of work consisting of: 8.5x11 photocopies only (no originals please). Work can be done in any media, traditional or digital 4-5 full figure life drawings in variety of poses (not drawn from photos) 2 drawings of hands (not drawn from photos) 1 portrait drawing (not drawn from photo) 1 still life using variety of household objects (not drawn from photo) 1 perspective drawing of a room in your house (not drawn from photo) 1 digitally created image using 2D software such as Photoshop or 3D software (Maya or similar software); your choice of subject 1 page of original character design (not copies of existing work), with minimum of two full body poses and two facial expressions 1-3 pages of additional work; can be any of the following: 3D work, photography, sculptures, animations, paintings, extra life drawings, character/environment designs or a sketchbook Note: Work should show your curiosity about the way things look and move around them. Animation is a means of creative expression, so a portfolio should demonstrate your ability to generate ideas.

Other requirements

A relevant portfolio is required.

After submitting your application, you will receive a letter with instructions on how to book the mandatory Animation – 3D program admission session, where you will submit a portfolio of work consisting of:

8.5x11 photocopies only (no originals please). Work can be done in any media, traditional or digital
4-5 full figure life drawings in variety of poses (not drawn from photos)
2 drawings of hands (not drawn from photos)
1 portrait drawing (not drawn from photo)
1 still life using variety of household objects (not drawn from photo)
1 perspective drawing of a room in your house (not drawn from photo)
1 digitally created image using 2D software such as Photoshop or 3D software (Maya or similar software); your choice of subject
1 page of original character design (not copies of existing work), with minimum of two full body poses and two facial expressions
1-3 pages of additional work; can be any of the following: 3D work, photography, sculptures, animations, paintings, extra life drawings, character/environment designs or a sketchbook

Note: Work should show your curiosity about the way things look and move around them. Animation is a means of creative expression, so a portfolio should demonstrate your ability to generate ideas.

More information	centennialcollege.ca/..l-time/animation-3d

The Animation – 3D program at Centennial College runs for 16 consecutive months. In that time, it will prepare you to successfully launch a career in digital animation, film, television, broadcast design and games.

Created in 1996, on top of kick-starting the careers of hundreds of talented digital artists, this School of Communications, Media, Arts, and Design animation program has an intensive approach that’s become internationally recognized. Animation – 3D will focus on production-style training and offer a unique project-based learning experience that’s applauded within the animation, visual effects and game industries.

Program Highlights

The Animation – 3D program will give you 24-hour access to computer labs and workstations.
Among the subjects covered are life drawing, acting for animation and storyboard training.
Small class sizes will provide ample opportunity to work closely with your industry professional instructors.
Industry-leading guest speakers, participatory workshops and company studio tours will enhance training.
You’ll be assisted in producing demo reels that showcase your abilities to potential employers.

Field Placement

Students complete their animation program with an eight-week industry field placement that allows them to apply their knowledge and skills in a professional setting. Students must pass all courses (minimum mark of 60% in each course) before they can qualify for a field placement.