Capilano University’s IDEA School of Design offers a 4-year Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication degree and a 2-year Interaction Design diploma. Our curriculum is rigorous and industry-focused — that’s why we are known for the quality and industry-readiness of our graduates.
⚡️ Early Admission
Oct 2024 — January 2025
Late Admission
Feb 2025 - April 2025
Checkout our many events each year that offer free portfolio reviews and interactive campus tours.
Duration: 2-years Full Time | 3 hour classes
Career Outcomes: User experience (UX) designer, Web/app designer, User interface (UI) designer, Content strategist, Information architect, Interaction designer, Product designer, User researcher, Creative technologist, Interactive media designer.
Duration: 4-years Full Time | 5 hour classes
Students can also choose a 3-year Diploma option.
Career Outcomes: Graphic designer, art director, packaging designer, communication designer, illustrator, storyboard artist, character designer, UI/UX designer, digital designer, web/app designer and more.
Gain a career doing what you love ❤️ Our graduates are highly sought-after in the industry and can be found in many top creative agencies, both in Vancouver and around the world. Others form start-up companies or enjoy their own freelance practices. We celebrate our graduates and support the launch of their career with a practicum, grad show and published portfolio.