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 Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts Degree
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SchoolCapilano University
LocationNorth Vancouver, BC, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 9,753
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

Basic requirements 

  • High school graduation 
  • English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 or equivalent and a minimum average of 75% on two Grade 12 high school academic courses 

Current high school students 

Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. 

Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. 

Cost

Cost shown is for Year 1 and includes fees.

Scholarships13 scholarship(s)
Description

Lights. Camera. Action! Come and learn from industry professionals at CapU’s state-of-the-art Bosa Centre for Film and Animation. Combine practice with theory to create magic. 

Film is an art form that can transport people out of their daily lives with escapist excitement, inspire us with visual effects and flourishes, and spur social change with compelling narratives. 

In Capilano University’s Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts program, you’ll learn film criticism and how to tell stories that evoke emotions and change lives while studying at one of the top film schools in B.C.  

We'll give you all the tools to build your technical knowledge and creative confidence in this 4-year program. You'll be working with up-to-date professional equipment that includes an 8,000 sq. ft. sound stage, 3D camera rigs and a 3D editing lab. 

You'll learn the theory and history of film and develop your critical thinking skills. At the same time, you'll work through and gain skills in the different technical departments, ensuring you'll be ready to work in Canadian film and television after graduation. 

For more information about this film studies bachelor’s degree program, take a look further down the page for what our program offers or contact us at [email protected].  

Careers:  

  • Assistant Director 
  • Cinematographer 
  • Director 
  • Editor 
  • Filmmaker 
  • Producer 
  • Screenwriter 
Next Steps

*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.