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Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
(Oakville)
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Overview
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Courses
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Admission Requirements
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Careers
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Co-op
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Degree Completion
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Learning Outcomes
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Internship
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Fees & Financial Aid
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FAQs
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Labs & Technology
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Financial Planning Certification
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Professional Sales Certificate
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Program Transition
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Earn your Masters degree
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Transfer Opportunities
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Clinical Placements
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Articulation Agreements
Launch your career in 3D animation.
Program Overview
Intense and comprehensive training
Build on your existing skills and talents by learning the technical and creative process of 3D animation! Our instructors will guide you through an intense curriculum, teaching you all of the stages required to create compelling moving images. Enjoy creative and technical flexibility in your final projects, allowing you to explore and specialize.
Learn from 3D animation experts
Sheridan was the first animation school to teach computer animation, and we're still industry leaders today. Our instructors have worked on hundreds of television and film projects for major international studios. They're also mentors who are committed to supporting your success. You'll learn proven real-world solutions to production challenges while staying current with emerging tools and techniques.
A collaborative studio environment
At Sheridan, we believe a culture of sharing ideas and solutions is key to student success. In addition to your individual assignments, you'll also have opportunities to collaborate with professors and peers in our immersive and supportive studio environment. Using state-of-the-art facilities to create animated projects and a signature demo reel is great preparation for your first day on the job.
Earn your master's in 3D animation and study abroad
Sheridan has an arrangement with the Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art and Design (IADT) in Ireland. Graduates of Sheridan's Computer Animation post-grad certificate program from 2009 or later can apply to IADT to earn their master's degree in 15 weeks.
Image credit: Madeline Munoz Sosa, Computer Animation, January 2019
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
Designation
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Courses
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
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Semester 1
CODE TITLE CREDITS ANIM 51944 Asset Creation 1 4 ANIM 52348 Animation Methodology 1 4 ANIM 52653 Technical Direction 1 4 ANIM 56976 Animation Design 3 ANIM 50967 Lightning and Look Development 1 3 Total: 18 -
Semester 2
CODE TITLE CREDITS ANIM 58871 Asset Creation 2 4 ANIM 57001 Computer Animation Methodology 2 4 ANIM 56022 Technical Direction 2 4 ANIM 50488 Directed Projects 3 ANIM 59730 Lighting and Look Development 2 3 Total: 18 -
Semester 3
CODE TITLE CREDITS ANIM 57203 Computer Animation Capstone 8 ANIM 52758 Animation and VFX Industry 2 Total: 10
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
Designation
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
- A postsecondary diploma or degree in art and/or design.
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- Demonstrated competence through a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
Credentials earned at less than the equivalent of an Ontario College Diploma will not be considered as having met the academic entrance requirements. After completing our Computer Animation program, students may wish to further their studies in one of our advanced programs of specialization: Visual Effects or Digital Creature Animation.
Applicants who are over-qualified may be offered alternate post-graduate programs such as Visual Effects or Digital Creature Animation.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of:
- Letter of Intent and résumé
- Portfolio assessment
A portfolio review fee is required with the submission.
Postsecondary transcripts, indicating courses completed to date, must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application.
Domestic applicants with education outside of Canada must have their transcripts assessed for equivalency through ICAS or WES. A general (document-by-document) or a comprehensive (course-by-course) assessment is required.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
Designation
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Career Opportunities
The excellent reputation of Sheridan's Computer Animation program is built on the success of our alumni. Graduates of the Computer Animation program have been hired by studios across the world in roles such as:
- Layout
- Modelling
- Shading/Texturing
- Rigging
- Animation
- Lighting
- Compositing
- Technical Direction
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Co-op
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Degree Completion
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Learning Outcomes
The successful completion of this program will enable the graduate to:
- Apply cinematic language to animated projects to create a desired and coherent visual experience.
- Utilize advanced techniques of modeling, surfacing, and rigging in the creation of assets to meet or advance industry standards.
- Apply the principles of animation and the physics of motion in the creation of compelling moving images.
- Utilize the principles of the pre-production pipeline to conceptualize projects.
- Create convincing performances in animated characters.
- Employ software techniques specific to the field of animation to efficiently and accurately achieve the desired creative vision.
- Synthesize relevant research strategies and methodologies within a practice-based discipline to develop effective and creative solutions.
- Develop lighting, shading, rendering and compositing techniques to achieve the artistic vision of the final frame.
- Utilize scripting to problem solve and to increase efficiency in the workflow.
- Produce a portfolio of work that demonstrates technical and artistic competencies that meet industry expectations.
- Meet declared milestones in a production pipeline to ensure efficient project management and effective communication with colleagues and clients.
- Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to model professional growth and job performance.
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Internship
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
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1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Program Fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020–2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Program Fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
For Canadian Students
The fees shown here are for the 2020-2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website. For English Language Studies, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
For International Students
The fees shown here are for Fall 2020, and are subject to change. The English Language Studies program is offered to international students in 7-week sessions. The fees displayed are for each 7-week session and include tuition and health insurance. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
Fees for Canadian students
$12,376.02
Fees for International students
$23,641.02Financial Aid & Awards
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
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Earn your Masters degree
Why pursue your master's degree?
Earning your master's in 3D animation can open up a world of exciting and promising career possibilities.
It demonstrates a high calibre of academic and professional achievement, and will be an asset to finding employment in the industry. A master's degree is also necessary for those who want to pursue an academic career, such as teaching at the post-secondary level.
What is Sheridan and IADT’s master's agreement?
Sheridan is proud to offer an agreement with the Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art and Design (IADT), near Dublin, Ireland—the first of its kind in Ontario.
Sheridan graduates who hold a post-grad certificate in Computer Animation or Digital Creature Animation from 2009 or later can apply to IADT and earn their master's degree in a 15-week study abroad program.
Eligible students who have their post-graduate certificate must also complete RDES75743: Research Methods for Creative Practices — a 7-week (42-hour) research methodologies course at Sheridan — and successfully complete the application process before they can study at IADT.
Applications are due December 1, 2020 for a January 2021 start (remote delivery). Successful applicants will be notified by December 15, 2020.
What are the application requirements?
Students wishing to study 3D animation abroad must apply to IADT with:
- Transcript indicating successful completion of the Computer Animation and/or Digital Creatures Postgraduate Certificate (2009 or later)
- Standard IADT postgraduate application form (Download PDF form) (Download .docx form)
- Proof of enrolment in Sheridan’s Research Methods for Creative Practices course (Register for the course)
- A cover letter (500-600 words explaining why the applicant wants to study at IADT, their areas of interest and why they are a prime candidate)
- Portfolio of previous work
- Two references, including one academic
- A full resume
- Send the completed form to eileen.macnamara@iadt.ie or admissions@iadt.ie
IADT may call shortlisted candidates for interview via Skype.
Applicants with English as a second language must demonstrate a competency in English.
Do I need a visa to study in Ireland?
Students are responsible for securing the appropriate visa for their study period. IADT will produce a letter which confirms the student is registered in order to help secure the necessary visa.
For more information on how to apply please contact Noel Hooper (noel.hooper@sheridancollege.ca) or Sherra Murphy (sherra.murphy@iadt.ie).
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Transfer Opportunities
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Articulation Agreements
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Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design
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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
1 yr (3 semesters)
Location
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
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Program availability
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Full-time 1 year Program code: PCANM
| Start date | Campus | Status |
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| Sep 2021 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
Student work reel
The talent of our students and graduates says it all. Check out this sample of work from students in our Computer Animation program.
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