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Graduate Certificate in Documentary and Non-Fiction Media Production AND Graduate Certificate in Visual Effects for Film and Television (Bundle Program) Seneca Polytechnic - Seneca at York Campus Seneca Polytechnic - Seneca at York Campus, Canada

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CAD 25867

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 90 Waived

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16 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Documentary & Non-Fiction Media Production

In this one-year graduate certificate program, you will learn from a team of award-winning filmmakers and industry professionals and be immersed in rigorous, intensive, hands-on training in the art and craft of documentary filmmaking. Built on three pillars — creative, technical, industry — you will learn every aspect of documentary production, from story idea to pitching, shooting and editing, and market and distribution.


As a graduate of this program, you will be engaged in pre-production (research and development,) production (principal photography,) and post-production (editing) as you wear multiple hats as a director, producer, cinematographer and editor to make your first documentary film.


Visual Effects for Film & Television

The eight-month Visual Effects for Film and Television program is a leading provider for training in the dynamic and challenging special effects industry. This is a Houdini-certified school and all other software taught (Maya, Nuke) is industry standard. You will work on assignments that mirror the practical work you would do at a VFX studio to create a high-quality portfolio.


Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Digital painting and retouching
  • 2D/3D integration
  • 3D modelling, texturing, rendering and lighting
  • 3D tracking
  • Procedural dynamics simulations
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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 25 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88.0  Minimum Listening - 22.0  Minimum Reading - 22.0  Minimum Writing - 22.0  Minimum Speaking - 22.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 125.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a postsecondary diploma or degree or equivalent.

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

25867

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 90 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

20600 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarship of up to $5,000 for All International Students

Study in Canada at Seneca Polytechnic to get up to $5,000 in an entrance scholarship* when you start a new program in January 2025, May 2025, September 2025 or January 2026.


Eligibility Criteria

You are eligible if you are an international applicant either currently in or outside Canada who is applying to a full-time postsecondary program and are able to confirm your offer of admission by Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

You are also eligible if you are an international student who is:

  • paying international tuition fees
  • currently studying in Canada and interested in a second program or starting one of our bundled programs
  • obtaining or in the process of obtaining your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • currently studying in Canada in an eligible English pathway program
  • currently studying at Seneca and applying for a new program

 

Is my program eligible?

  • The entrance scholarship is valid for all full-time postsecondary programs that start in January 2025, May 2025, September 2025 or January 2026.
  • If you are applying to a Bundled Program or second program, the scholarship will be awarded for each new program.
  • If you are interested in a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), please ensure you understand recent updates on PGWP eligibility.

 

How do I start?

You automatically qualify for this entrance scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Here is what you need to do:

  • Confirm your offer of admission to a full-time program at Seneca through our International Web Application by Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
  • You will pay the $90 CAD application fee when you apply and the amount will be credited to your student account after Day 10 of the term, should you confirm your offer, pay your fees and enrol. Note - If you are working with an agent, please connect with your agent for an application promo code.
  • Upload a valid study permit or Letter of Introduction (LOI) at the time of application, if you are applying within Canada
  • Confirm your offer of admission and you will receive a PAL, Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and fee notice from Seneca
  • Pay your fees by the due date in the fee notice to secure your spot
  • Complete any remaining steps to enrol at Seneca

 

How do I get the scholarship?

You will receive an entrance scholarship and prioritized admission when you start a new program at Seneca. The amount of the scholarship will be based on the number of years of study.

  • One-year program - $2,000
  • Two-year program - $3,000 ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in year two)
  • Three-year program - $4,000 ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in years two and three)
  • Four-year program - $5,000 ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in years two, three and four)

The entrance scholarship will be deposited directly to your Student Home account after Day 10 of the term.

  • If you previously qualified for the (a) PAL and $1,000 Scholarship for International Students outside Canada applying from July 10, 2024 or (b) $2,000 Entrance Scholarship for International Students in Canada applying from May 17, 2024 for full-time postsecondary programs that start in January 2025, May 2025, or September 2025 you will instead receive a scholarship of equal or greater value based on the number of years of study as detailed above
  • No cash alternative or substitution will be provided
  • You will need to provide your Social Insurance Number (S.I.N.) or International Tax Number (ITN) on Student Home - after your arrival in Canada - to receive the scholarship after Day 10 of the term.

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