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Program description - January 2028
Bring stories to life with Conestoga's Animation diploma.
If you're passionate about drawing, storytelling and digital art, Conestoga's 2D Animation diploma is your gateway to a creative career in animation. This two-year program is designed for aspiring artists who want to master the art and technique of 2D digital animation and build a professional portfolio for roles in film, television, gaming and online media.
From sketching characters to animating scenes, you'll explore every stage of the animation process. You'll start with foundational courses in figure drawing, storyboarding and visual storytelling. As the program progresses, you will advance to digital painting, character rigging, and capstone project development. By the end of the program, you'll be ready to launch your career with a portfolio that showcases your unique style and technical skills.
What you'll learn
- Figure drawing, character design and storyboarding for 2D animation
- Digital painting and animation using industry-standard tools
- Character rigging and advanced animation techniques
- Pre-production planning for capstone projects
- Portfolio development to showcase your creative work
Take the next step
After completing this diploma, you can pursue the following degree(s) through advanced standing:
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2027 and later will be available Spring 2027. Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2026-2027 academic year (September 2026 to August 2027) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2027 and later will be available Spring 2027.
2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Winter 2027 | Spring 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2974.32 | $2974.32 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $261.30 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $23.45 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $43.68 | - |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $74.00 | $74.00 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces 2 | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $336.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $4454.11 | $3714.68 |
| Year Total | $8168.79 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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International fee details
| Description | Winter 2027 | Spring 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7738.39 | $7738.39 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $455.60 | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $231.15 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $23.45 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $43.68 | - |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $74.00 | $74.00 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces 2 | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $336.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $10018.63 | $8853.75 |
| Year Total | $18872.38 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
Financial assistance
Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Delivery sequence - January 2028 - Kitchener – Doon
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