Advanced 3D Animation & 3D Modelling

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Advanced 3D Animation & 3D Modelling program, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One of the following options:
  • English 30-1, English 30-2 or equivalent
  • Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test
• Portfolio Submission: Applicants must submit a portfolio consisting of 15-20 pieces of artistic work (e.g., sketches, renderings, design variations) in digital format. Successful portfolios should reflect a broad range of techniques, influences, styles, and subject matter. Submissions must represent the original work of the applicant; if an item is a collaborative piece, all contributors must be listed along with a description of the applicant's contribution.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any questions or if you would like an informal pre-assessment of your portfolio, please contact LOA Portal's advisors for clarification and support.

It is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Before you apply, make sure you meet the language proficiency requirements for your program. Bow Valley College teaches courses in Canadian English. To be admitted, you must demonstrate English proficiency, usually through high school or college transcripts or an English language test, depending on your program.

English language test results are valid for two (2) years from the day of testing. Results that expire before the program start date cannot be accepted. Official results must be submitted.

The following English language tests are accepted:

• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - Minimum score: 83
• IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) - Minimum score: 6.0 with a minimum band score of 6.0
• CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks) - Minimum score: 8 in each strand (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
• Duolingo - Minimum score: 110
• PTE (Pearson Test of English) - Minimum score: 59 - 64
• CELBAN (Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses) - Minimum score: 7 in each area
• CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) - Minimum score: 7 general, with no section score below 6.0
• OET (Occupational English Test) - Minimum scores vary by section

Alternatively, you can meet the requirements by providing:

• Transcript showing completion of an Alberta Education English Language Arts course that meets the program’s Academic Requirements.
• Transcripts showing three years of full-time high school where English was the language of instruction.
• Transcripts showing one year of full-time post-secondary education at an institution where English was the language of instruction.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.