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Video Game Animation Toronto Film School

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
Diploma Online Online 24 months January, April, July, October find out find out

Course overview

From concept through to development, you will explore the entire 2D and 3D game production process with a faculty of active creators with games such as Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 5, GTA 4, and Max Payne 3 to their credit. The online Video Game Animation program will prepare you with the professional skills to become an animator and make an impact in a rapidly evolving industry. Working adults looking for video game animation courses online will find flexibility, interactivity and convenience through our part-time program offering.


Entry requirements

To apply for the Video Game Animation Associate Diploma you will require:

A Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) from a Canadian province, territory or equivalent.

If you are over 18 years old and have not graduated from high school, you must complete a mature student test which can be administered online. Please discuss with your Admissions Advisor.

Personal Statement

We want to hear your thoughts on the gaming industry! Submit a short essay (300-500 words) outlining your personal and career goals in video games. We'll be looking for your overall understanding of the video game industry and how you envision yourself building a gaming career. We encourage you to include such details about the industry as: Canadian video game production companies, skill sets of design and development teams, your ideal entry-level position after graduating, and growth trends in industry careers. Please note, your short essay will not be returned.

Graduation Requirements

The requirement for graduation is completion of all courses in the chosen program with a 1.7 CGPA in the 4.3 scale or better. Electives if required, and any course with grades W or F must be retaken in order to graduate.

A student is eligible for an associate diploma after successfully completing all graduation requirements.

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