Langara’s 2D animation diploma provides a comprehensive education in the tools, techniques, and processes used in professional animation studios. Delivered over four consecutive semesters, this accelerated program immerses you in the world of 2D animation, allowing you to build the skills and confidence needed to enter the industry quickly.
What You’ll Learn
Guided by experienced industry professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and develop skills in:
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Character Design & Animation
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Storyboarding & Visual Storytelling
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Layout & Background Design
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Sound Integration
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Life Drawing & Gesture Studies
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Digital Painting & 2D Effects
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Animation Production Pipeline
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Professional Development & Portfolio Creation
From concept to final production, you’ll learn how to create high-quality animated content for film, television, and games.
Career-Ready in Just 16 Months
This program is structured to simulate a real-world production environment, preparing you for the creative challenges of a professional animation studio. By the end of the program, you'll graduate with:
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A diploma from one of BC’s top public colleges
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A polished portfolio and demo reel
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Real-world skills in project development, team collaboration, and production workflows
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Career-ready abilities for roles such as:
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2D Animator
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Character Designer
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Storyboard Artist
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Layout or Background Artist
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Animation Production Assistant
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Visual Development Artist
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Why Choose Langara’s 2D Animation Program?
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⏱️ Fast-track 16-month format for quick career entry
Start Your Journey in Animation
The 2D Technologies for Film & Games Diploma is your gateway into one of the most dynamic and creative industries today. Whether you’re interested in TV animation, feature films, indie games, or digital storytelling, this program will help you bring your ideas to life—and your career to the next level.
- Academic Requirement: The applicant must have a minimum of 60% in each core subject and at least 50% in each additional subject in Grade 12.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS- Minimum overall score of 7 and minimum 6.5 in each module. TOEFL (IBT) Overall: 90, Writing: 22, Reading: 21, Listening: 22, Speaking: 21.
- Special Requirement: Portfolio Submission - Portfolio must uploaded through the Applicant Portal while uploading other required documents. Students must include original and recent traditional and/or digital work. We request a minimum of 8-10 samples and strongly suggest they demonstrate: Realism from observation (ie. a portrait, your hand, an animal) Perspective (ie. drawing of a room or building) Human form and structure through shading and colour rendering Personal art and design (ie. sketchbook pages, life drawing, finished art) Letter of Intent- Brief letter outlining future plans and why one expect to successfully complete this program. This should be between 250 and 500 words.
International Student Deposit
Starting Spring 2025, new international students must pay a $6,000 deposit. This deposit is non-refundable unless your initial Canadian study permit is refused by IRCC (refusal letter must be dated on or after your application). To request a refund, complete the International Student Deposit Approval Refund Request form:
Paying on Time
You must register and pay all fees and deposits by the published deadlines. If you miss the Phase I payment deadline, you will be dropped from your classes.
Phase II Registration
Any fees owed for Phase II (Late Registration) are due immediately. Late payments will incur penalties and interest.
Non-Payment Doesn’t Mean Withdrawal
Not paying or not attending doesn’t automatically drop your courses. You remain responsible for all fees until you officially withdraw.
Access & Collections
All outstanding fees and fines must be cleared before you can use College services. Unpaid accounts go to a collection agency.
Dropping Courses & Refunds
You may get full or partial refunds if you officially drop courses by the posted deadlines.
Appeals
If you have extenuating circumstances, submit an appeal with documentation to the Registrar’s Office.
Late Fees & NSF Cheques
Overdue accounts incur interest (1.8% per month) and a $10/month late fee. NSF (bounced) cheques carry a $25 charge. Future payments must be by cash, money order, or certified cheque.
Holds for Unpaid Balances
If you owe money (tuition, library fines, equipment fees, etc.), you cannot register for new courses or receive transcripts, diplomas, or letters until your account is paid in full.
Summer Semester 2025 (May–August)
Withdrawal Deadlines
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May 31 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from May–Jun half-semester courses.
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June 28 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.
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July 19 – Last day to withdraw from Jun–Aug half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).
Refund Deadlines
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May 4 – Last day to drop regular and May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
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May 7 – Last day to drop May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
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[Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
Fall Semester 2025 (September–December)
Withdrawal Deadlines
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September 27 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from Sep–Oct half-semester courses.
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October 25 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.
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November 15 – Last day to withdraw from Oct–Dec half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).
Refund Deadlines
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[Date as published] – Last day to drop regular and Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
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September 4 – Last day to drop Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
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[Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).
- Application Fee: $155
- LOA Deposit: $6,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: $19,137
- Total Tuition Fee: $38,274
- Course Duration: 16 months
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September, May
- CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)
Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY
- Valid passport copy
- Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
- Medium of instructions letter
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: