Film & Animation programs in Canada

Considering Canada? There are film & animation programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Programs in Canada are offered at these levels: Foundation, Micro-credential, Certificate, Diploma, Trades - Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate, Professional Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Social Sciences & Education each have their own browsable page for Canada. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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100 programs found

3D Animation for Game, Film & Visual Effects Diploma

Langara College

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

langara.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Micro-credential in Fashion for Film Award of Achievement

Vancouver Community College

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Micro-credential

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 1,500 / total

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Micro-credential in Film Production Assistant Micro-credential

Camosun College

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

camosun.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Micro-credential

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 1,200 / total

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Cinema and Media Studies: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - UBCV

The University of British Columbia World rank #64

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,739 / year

International tuition: CAD 10,082 / year

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Film Production and Creative Writing: Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - UBCV

The University of British Columbia World rank #64

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,739 / year

International tuition: CAD 10,082 / year

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Film Production: Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - UBCV

The University of British Columbia World rank #64

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,739 / year

International tuition: CAD 10,082 / year

Program page

Micro-credential in Foundations of Hair for Film Micro-credential

Camosun College

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Micro-credential

Field: Film & Animation

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Advanced 3D Animation and 3D Modelling Diploma

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 7,500 / total

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Advanced VFX Virtual Production Diploma

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: Hybrid

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 7,500 / total

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Foundation in Entertainment Arts Certificate

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 7,500 / total

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3D Modeling, Art & Animation Diploma

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

bcit.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 18 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 26,917 / total

International tuition: CAD 45,323 / total

Program page

Cert in Animation Fundamentals Citation

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

capilanou.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 2 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 2,500 / total

International tuition: CAD 6,770 / total

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Documentary Certificate

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 12,000 / total

International tuition: CAD 31,062 / total

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Motion Picture Arts: Bachelor's Degree (BMPA)

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 63,800 / total

International tuition: CAD 135,377 / total

Program page

Motion Picture Arts Certificate

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,600 / total

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Outdoor Filmmaking Certificate

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 13,837 / year

International tuition: CAD 37,845 / year

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New Media + Sound Arts: Bachelor of Media Arts Degree (BMA)

Emily Carr University of Art and Design

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,100 / total

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2D & Experimental Animation: Bachelor of Media Arts Degree (BMA)

Emily Carr University of Art and Design

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,100 / total

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Film + Screen Arts: Bachelor of Media Degree (BMA)

Emily Carr University of Art and Design

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,100 / total

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Film Arts Certificate

Langara College

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 1,700 / total

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Animation Diploma

Okanagan College

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

okanagan.bc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 29,100 / total

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Film: Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (BFA)

Simon Fraser University World rank #376

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

sfu.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 216 / total

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Cinema Studies: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) - UBCV

The University of British Columbia World rank #64

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,100 / total

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Film Production Diploma - UBCV

The University of British Columbia World rank #64

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Film & Animation

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,100 / total

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Film & Animation programs in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

How do I choose the right program?

3D Animation for Game, Film & Visual Effects Diploma

Micro-credential in Fashion for Film Award of Achievement

Micro-credential in Film Production Assistant Micro-credential

Cinema and Media Studies: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - UBCV

Film Production and Creative Writing: Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - UBCV

Film Production: Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - UBCV

Micro-credential in Foundations of Hair for Film Micro-credential

Advanced 3D Animation and 3D Modelling Diploma

Advanced VFX Virtual Production Diploma

Foundation in Entertainment Arts Certificate

3D Modeling, Art & Animation Diploma

Cert in Animation Fundamentals Citation

Documentary Certificate

Motion Picture Arts: Bachelor's Degree (BMPA)

Motion Picture Arts Certificate

Outdoor Filmmaking Certificate

New Media + Sound Arts: Bachelor of Media Arts Degree (BMA)

2D & Experimental Animation: Bachelor of Media Arts Degree (BMA)

Film + Screen Arts: Bachelor of Media Degree (BMA)

Film Arts Certificate

Animation Diploma

Film: Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (BFA)

Cinema Studies: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) - UBCV

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