Diploma in Advanced VFX (Virtual Production)

About this programme

Looking for a career that connects your passion for digital art with film and video games? Through our Advanced VFX (Virtual Production) program you'll learn the skills you need to create the digital special effects in movies, TV shows and games. At KPU, you'll receive hands-on training with the tools of the trade to take on visual effects and motion graphics roles in the entertainment arts industry. We've developed an intensive curriculum, in partnership with the Centre for Entertainment Arts, with 96 credits delivered over six consecutive terms. This compressed delivery ensures a more comprehensive education, while allowing you to complete the diploma and be ready for the job market in the quickest time possible. Niraj Dudani, an Advanced Visual Effects (VFX) student from India, shared insights in a recent conversation about his final sixth semester at Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Entertainment Arts program. He discussed his Compositing demo reel project, emphasizing his journey and passion for the role of a VFX compositor, adding magic to filmmaking. Over five semesters, Niraj and his peers explored various aspects of the VFX production pipeline, refining their expertise in modeling, lighting, compositing, matte painting, and FX for visual storytelling. Niraj credits much of his growth in the Compositing department to the invaluable mentorship of Pedro Cal, a seasoned instructor at KPU. Pedro's guidance fueled Niraj's artistic fervor, playing a pivotal role in his journey toward becoming a skilled Compositing artist.