Master the full visual effects pipeline from concept to final render.

Train with industry-standard tools like Maya, Nuke, Houdini, and Substance Painter in real studio environments. Learn directly from working professionals and tackle real-world projects that sharpen both your creative and technical edge. Graduate with the experience, portfolio, and confidence to enter the competitive worlds of film, television, and interactive media — ready to contribute from day one.

Master 3D animation and character creation for film, television, and games.

Design, sculpt, and animate lifelike characters using Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter. Develop advanced skills in rigging, motion capture, and performance animation, guided by mentors with real studio experience. Through hands-on projects and professional workflows, you’ll build the creative and technical foundation to succeed in today’s fast-evolving animation industry — from feature film to next-generation interactive media.

Bring your game ideas to life.

In the Advanced Game Development program, design immersive worlds, characters, and gameplay systems inspired by industry-defining titles. Build for PC, console, and mobile using Unity and Unreal Engine, mastering the creative and technical skills that top studios demand. Guided by active developers, you’ll learn to prototype, code, and refine playable experiences from concept to launch. Whether your passion is open-world exploration or competitive esports, this two-year program prepares you to shape the future of interactive entertainment.

Master the craft of modern filmmaking.

In the Advanced Film Production program at the Bow Valley College Centre for Entertainment Arts (CEA), you’ll learn every stage of production — from story development and cinematography to editing and final delivery. Explore both the artistry and the evolving technology shaping today’s film and streaming industries. Guided by working professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and workflows, developing the creative vision and technical expertise to produce compelling stories for film, television, and digital platforms.

Build the foundation for your creative future.

The Foundations in Entertainment Arts program is a one-year, full-time introduction to the skills, tools, and disciplines of the digital arts. Learn through hands-on training in figure drawing, sculpting, painting, and design, while mastering essential software like Maya and Photoshop. Explore core principles of 3D animation, visual effects, game development, and film production as you prepare for advanced study or entry into creative industries. Develop the artistic confidence and technical fluency that set the stage for your future in entertainment arts.