"Animators make movies, bring video games to life and help build apps. In this program, students can specialize in character animation, 2D/3D animation, gaming, visual effects, computer graphics, web design or mobile applications.

This program allows students to connect with their passion of playing video games and watching computer-generated media and animation by challenging students with cutting-edge development for a variety of mediums. Specialize in character animation, 2D/3D animation, game design and development, visual effects, motion graphics, Virtual Reality development, web design or mobile applications. Under the guidance of faculty with industry experience, students learn production-proven tactics for generating AAA level content for Games, Film, Animation, and Visual Effects.

Please note: Students will receive an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Interactive Media Development – Animation & Game Development.

Experiential learning

Gain a competitive edge in the job market with instruction in the entire range of the production process. Develop hands-on skills in our cutting-edge facilities featuring:

The latest workstations and editing systems.

A motion capture system.

Leading industry software including Maya, Unreal 4 and the Adobe Master Suite.

Tailor your studies in third year with independent production courses and a choice of streams in animation, visual effects or gaming.

Get valuable on-the-job experience during a real world placement.

You will finish the program with professional practices and job search skills, as well as an impressive portfolio of work."

Your journey with Loyalist College (LC) will take you through a fully experiential learning environment with community engagement and hands-on opportunities to drive you to your personal career destination.

Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, Loyalist is a close-knit community where students and their success come first. Loyalist provides personalized attention in small classes, rewarding field placements and superior student services.

To prepare students for in-demand careers, Loyalist offers more than 65 full-time programs; apprenticeships; and hundreds of online, distance and in-class courses, as well as opportunities for continuing education through more than 70 university transfer agreements. Loyalist also recognizes credits from other colleges and universities, enabling you to complete your studies at Loyalist and gain real-world experiences and valuable employer connections.

The College’s wide selection of advanced diplomas, diplomas and certificates aligns with market-driven disciplines including applied sciences, biosciences, building sciences, business and management studies, health sciences, human studies, justice studies, media, arts and design, and skills and technology.

Begin your journey at loyalistcollege.com where you can watch program videos, read graduate testimonials and news stories, view photo albums and find out more about our superior student services.

Loyalist College offers international students the ideal combination of academic excellence, extra-curricular activities and experiences. Loyalist college’s diverse community includes international students from an ever-growing number of countries around the world. Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region and perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, Loyalist is a destination for students seeking a friendly, inclusive and accessible College. Loyalist College’s number one priority is supporting your success personally and professionally.