Bachelor in Experimental Animation

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 1, 2027. Tuition is Tuition fees and funding information available on the program page..

The Bachelor in Experimental Animation at Ontario College of Art and Design University is a four-year degree program for students who want to bring their imagination to life through animation. This program helps students develop a personal artistic vision and push the boundaries of animation as a contemporary art form. The program offers flexibility to take elective art and design courses beyond animation.

The curriculum includes courses such as Introduction to Experimental Animation, Sculpture Concepts, and 3D Animation and Modelling. Students will also take courses in Visual Storytelling, Hybrid Animation Workshop, and Compositing & Digital Animation. The program also offers elective courses in Stop-Motion Material Mashup, Character Design & Animation, and Sound Design. Hands-on components include working on a year-long project and participating in experimental learning courses.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Animation Directors, Computer Animators, Virtual Reality Artists, Stop-Motion Animators, and Visual Effects Artists. They can work in industries such as film, television, video games, and advertising, and can be employed by companies such as Industrial Light & Magic, Yowza, and Guru.

OCAD University in Toronto is Canada’s specialized public university for art, design, and digital media, with a history dating back to 1876 and a student community of roughly 5,000. OCAD U offers a broad portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degrees focused on creative practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and research-led innovation. International students are part of a vibrant campus culture that encourages experimentation across visual arts, design, media, and emerging technologies.

The university provides studio-based learning environments, specialized labs, fabrication workshops, and exhibition spaces that enable hands-on development of portfolios and public-facing projects. Cross-disciplinary initiatives and partnerships with cultural institutions, industry, and community organizations in Toronto give students opportunities for internships, collaborative research, and real-world project experience. Faculty are practicing artists and designers who emphasize critical thinking and professional development.

OCAD U supports career readiness through portfolio development, mentorship, and connections to galleries, studios, and creative enterprises. International applicants can access services for admissions advice, visa guidance, and orientation to city life in Toronto. Prospective students should investigate program specifications, studio resources, and opportunities for collaborative projects to ensure alignment with their artistic and professional goals.