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Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication Capilano University - Main Campus Capilano University - Main Campus, Canada

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CAD 29683

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 135

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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83

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Want to be part of the next generation of creative professionals? Develop your skill in branding, illustration and interactive design in the 4-year Bachelor of Design at CapU.

In the Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication degree program, we make it our business to keep up with industry trends, innovations in technology and stay responsive to cultural change.


You’ll be prepared for a career doing what you love, whether that’s illustration, branding, graphic design, visual design, art direction, character design, typography and storyboarding, interactive design, UI (user interface) and UX (user experience), editorial design, publishing, digital media, environmental design and more.


The program is rigorous, offering many all-day classes and strong levels of peer support during your learning and design process. You'll engage with instructors who are professionals with years of experience and broad networks across the industry.


Tuition fees include industry-quality tools such as personal laptops with all necessary software, cameras, and substantial art materials for classes and workshops. We also fund student memberships to professional associations in Canada, local events and guest speakers.


Prior to graduation, you'll take part in an eight-week industry practicum placement to help you transition into your new career. You'll also showcase your portfolio and design work at our annual Grad Show, which is attended by Vancouver's top agencies and art directors.


We also offer study abroad partnerships with two schools: Bisen College in Japan and Robert Gordon University’s Gray’s School of Art in Scotland. Our third-year students also enjoy a week-long trip to a cultural hub, with past trips?to New York City, Toronto and Mexico City.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 15 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 83
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 56
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 125.0  Minimum Literacy - 115.0  Minimum Comprehension - 115.0  Minimum Conversation - 115.0  Minimum Production - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12/ High School Diploma.

6.5 IELTS Score
83 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
56 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

29683

Tuition Fee
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CAD 135

Application Fee
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15500 Per year

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Scholarships

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