Creative Economy
VFS’s signature programs and facilities are at the heart of a creative economy worth $3.4 billion in B.C. alone. From film production and 3D animation to game, digital, and VR/AR design, VFS is shaping the entertainment and media industries’ transformation. In 2019, VFS alumni were credited on 17 of the 20 highest grossing films and on 6 of the 10 best-selling video games worldwide, in a global industry set to generate US$2.3 trillion in revenues in 2020.
A 3D Animation & Visual Effects VFS Education
In 12 months you will graduate with:
Specializations
To reflect the nature of the 3D industry, students have the opportunity, during their year at VFS, to focus on one of the following areas of specialization.
Career Prep
The Career Prep track is a workshop series delivered in 3-hour segments from Term 1 through 6. The key topics are intended to equip students with essential skillsets for pursuing employment in their industry and position of choice. Students will explore their preferred career paths, understand the importance of networking and social media, begin creating their web "brand," produce Industry-specific cover letters, and resumes, as well as examine strategies for nailing the perfect job interview. The year will cumulate in Industry Night in Term 6. Attendance is mandatory, and students will be evaluated based on attendance of workshops.
Campus Life
We're designed our new campus to mirror the professional studios that surround us in Gastown, among the coffee shops, restaurants, and beautiful brick buildings. You'll create with our custom built character rig (built by Long Winter Studios), and render through the Qubel render farm, as you collaborate with artists from other disciplines, such as filmmakers and sound designers.
Academic qualification equivalents
A baccalaureate degree from a recognized degree granting institution
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type | Private |
Setting | Urban |
No. of Campuses | 8 |
Admissions Helpline | +1 604 631 3562 |
Mode of Program | Full-time/Part-time |
Academic Calendar | Semester-Based |
Student Population | 1,200 (approx.) |
Tuition Range | $10,500 to $53,250 |
The cost of attendance includes various expenses apart from the tuition fee. Some of these expenses are detailed below:
Category | Fees |
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Tuition | $10,500 to $53,250 |
Monthly Expenses | |
Food | $200-$300 |
Rent (One Bedroom) | $1100-2400 |
Rent (Two Bedrooms) | $1200-2700 |
Rent (Three Bedrooms) | $2100+ |
Rent (studio lodges) | $900-1600 |
Rent (Shared) | $650+ |
Additional Costs | Amount |
Local Transport | $109 |
Basic Utilities (Electricity, Laundry, etc.) | $200 |
All international students are expected to be conversant enough in English in order to succeed in any VFS program. They are also required to understand technical terms to be able to participate in presentation and in-depth discussions.
Vancouver Film School also provides conditional admission to international students if they fail to score the minimum required scores of standard English proficiency tests. English as a second language programs are available to help the applicants improve their English before starting a course at VFS. Additionally, those students are required to schedule and paas an approved test no later that one month before their starting date
Supporting Documents:
Standard Tests | Minimum scores for level 1 | Minimum scores for level 2 |
---|---|---|
IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 |
TOEFL iBT | 68 | 80 |
TOEFL PBT | 520 | 550 |
PTE | 52 - 57 | 58 - 64 |
Duolingo Test | 95 - 100 | 105 or higher |
Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) | BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada | CA$8890 Per Year |
Entrance Exams in Canada | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in Canada | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in Canada | Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in Canada | CAD 150 |
Student Visa in Canada | A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa. |
Intakes in Canada | There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May) |
Top Job Sectors in Canada | Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science. |
Economy in Canada | GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 53,250
Total
$ 53,250