Program Details

Animation - Advanced School: Loyalist College Faculty: School of Media Studies Degree: Diploma Field of Study: Animation, Interactive Tech., Video Graphics and Special Effects Description: In the rapidly changing marketplace, there is an increasing demand for animators with new media skills. Students with either an artistic or technical background excel in the program. The program begins with a foundation year that provides the opportunity for students to strengthen their skills in each area. In the second year, students have the opportunity to begin specializing in areas, such as web production, gaming, or animation for entertainment. Students who meet specific requirements can tailor the program to their area of specialization through independent production courses in their final year. Graduates are prepared for employment in video gaming content creation; 2D/3D computer animation; scientific, architectural, and industrial visualization; web design; CGI graphic art/illustration; and CD-ROM/DVD content creation and programming. Two internships provide valuable on-the-job experience before ­graduation. Students leave the program with job search skills and an impressive portfolio of their work. Website: Animation - Advanced at Loyalist College Length: 3 Year(s) Careers: 3 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general, advanced, (C), (U), (M) or (O) level, or mature student status. Knowledge of communications technology, IT and computer literacy, media arts, fine arts, and presentation techniques recommended. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date February 1, 2012 September 5, 2012 * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.