Sheridan College - Graduate Programs

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Digital Creature Animation - Technical Direction

Sheridan College - Graduate Programs

Faculty:Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
Degree:Post-diploma
Field of Study:Animation, Interactive Tech., Video Graphics and Special Effects
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $13,075

Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees are for the 2022–2023 academic year and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first 3 academic terms of study at Sheridan; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.

Careers:AnimatorsVideo Game Level DesignerVideo Game Designers

Description:

Working in the Sheridan Centre for Animation and Emerging Technologies (SCAET), you'll advance in your ability to create memorable characters/creatures, from script to storyboard to modelling and advanced rigging, all the way through to post-production. Sheridan's professors, all longtime veterans of the industry, will do more than work with you on your skills. They'll also teach you good work habits as well – the little things that can make the difference between mediocre work and outstanding creature computer animation, modeling and rigging. Sheridan's Digital Creature Animation program offers you advanced training in a specialized, highly sought-after computer animation skill. Designed in response to industry demand, this post-graduate program offers an exciting opportunity: With just ten months of study and the proper amount of dedication, creature computer animation school graduates and young industry professionals can launch or advance their careers.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Sheridan's Computer Animation Program or equivalent as assessed by Sheridan and a postsecondary diploma or degree in art and/or design OR demonstrated competence through relevant educational and/or work experience.
    Application Notes : Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of:
  • Demonstrated competence through related work and/or educational experience
  • Letter of Intent and résumé
  • Portfolio assessment
  • A portfolio review fee is required with the submission.




    Postsecondary transcripts, indicating courses completed to date, must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application. Domestic applicants with education outside of Canada must have their transcripts assessed for equivalency through ICAS or WES. A general (document-by-document) or a comprehensive (course-by-course) assessment is required. Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.
  • * 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 28, 2022