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Capilano University

Design in Visual Communication

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School:

Capilano University

Faculty:

Faculty of Fine & Applied Arts, Idea School of Design

Degree:

Bachelor

Field of Study:

Design and Visual Communications, General

Description:

Want to be part of the next generation of creative professionals? Learn your craft and develop your skill in visual expression at CapU. The world of visual communication moves fast. In the Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication program at Capilano University, we make it our business to keep up with industry trends and innovations – and take you with us. The curriculum is rigorous, industry-focused and responsive to cultural change and technology advances.

You'll learn a broad range of design specialties such as branding, illustration, and interactive design. You'll engage with instructors who are professionals with years of experience and broad networks across the industry. Bring your talent, passion and goals to a program with a reputation for industry-ready graduates.

URL:

Design in Visual Communication at Capilano University

Length:

4 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

International:

$27,017

Cost shown is for Year 1 and includes fees.

Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Applicants are required to have high school graduation. Applicants are also required to have a minimum grade of C in either English Studies 12, English 12, or English 12 First Peoples.
Application Notes :	Capilano English Language Requirement for students whose primary language is not English or have received education in a language other than English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): paper=560, internet=83, or English Language Assessment (ELA)=145, or International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS)=6.5 overall, and no one score less than 6, or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)=70, or Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)=56 or Capilano University EAP 100 and 101 with a minimum B+ grade in each course.
Additional Admission Requirements:	One letter of reference Entrance questionnaire Portfolio Program-specific requirements must be submitted through CapU?s online portal SlideRoom. Portfolios are reviews by an admissions committee on the basis of drawing, design, and creativity. We encourage work thar uses a variety of mediums (e.g. acrylic, pastel, pen & ink, digital). If your portfolio meets the standards of the program you will be invited to attend an interview, complete tests in drawing, creative thinking and communication, and asked to bring a current sketchbook for review. Current Grade 12 students can be conditionally accepted based on final Grade 11 grades or interim Grade 12 grades. Students can upload proof of grades (e.g. unofficial transcripts, copies of report cards) through EducationPlannerBC when applying to Capilano University. Final acceptance will be based on high school graduation and having met the program specific requirements. Please note that ENGL 100 is a required course in the first term of the Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication program. In order to enrol in any English course, students must submit the results of the English Diagnostic Test (EDT) unless they meet the EDT exemptions listed in the Capilano University Calendar website.

* 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.

Modified on September 09, 2021

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