Animation Diploma

At Okanagan College, tuition is International students: $101,543 total program cost.

The Animation Diploma program at Okanagan College is a non-degree program that teaches students the skills needed to succeed in the animation industry, in Canada. The program is taught in English and takes a year to complete.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like life drawing, animation principles, layout and design, and character design. Students also develop skills in areas like storyboarding, communication, and career strategy, with hands-on projects and optional co-op work terms.

Graduates can pursue careers as Animation Directors, Character Designers, Storyboard Artists, Layout Artists, or Visual Effects Artists, and can work in industries such as film, television, or video games, with employers like animation studios, production companies, or game developers.

Okanagan College, located in British Columbia with a campus in Kelowna, is a public college focused on hands‑on learning and student success. Since 1963 the college has offered practical programs across arts, sciences, business, health and technology, combining modern facilities with applied instruction to prepare graduates for local and global careers.

The college provides a wide selection of credential pathways, including diplomas, certificates and transfer options to universities, supported by experienced faculty and strong industry partnerships. Programs emphasise experiential learning, co‑op placements and applied projects that connect students directly with employers. International learners benefit from supportive services, small class sizes and targeted orientation to life and work in Canada.

Kelowna's lifestyle and regional economy offer plentiful internship and employment possibilities in technology, tourism, health services and the creative sector. Okanagan College is well suited to students seeking an affordable, practice‑oriented education with clear pathways to further study or immediate workforce entry. The college balances community engagement, industry ties and a welcoming campus culture for international students.