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Capilano University

  • Public University, Estd 1968
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 15 Courses
HomeUniversities in CanadaCapilano University Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication

Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication

  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • IntakeFall: September 2025

Course Description

  • The curriculum is rigorous, industry-focused and responsive to cultural change and technology advances
  • Students will learn how to describe and respond to the audiences and contexts that communication solutions must address, including recognition of the physical, cognitive, economic, cultural, and social human factors that shape visual communication decisions
  • In the program, students will receive training on how to demonstrate proficiency with the tools and technologies that support visual communication practice and apply concepts across a range of media platforms
  • Students will learn to use their visual communication expertise for social and environmental benefit, as well as demonstrate an in-depth understanding of contemporary visual communication practice
  • Graduates are expected to utilise their professional growth and industry job experience to enter the sector as visual communication specialists and collaborate with people from other disciplines in business, industry, and the community ​

Start Dates and Fees

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration4 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 20208
Intake
Intake
Fall: September 2025
Other Costs
CSU Health & Dental Fees :253.83
Student Services & Tech. Fees :107.00
Book & Supplies Cost Estimates :2000.00
U-Pass BC Fees :173.43
Accommodation :3138.54
Meal plan :2200.00
Total :CAD 7871

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements
  • Basic requirements
    • High school graduation
      English Studies 12 (C) or English 12 (C) or English First Peoples 12 (C)

Additional Requirements
  • CapU online application
  • An interim transcript of your grades
  • Additional documentation: proof of English Language proficiency
  • Program-specific requirements:
    • One letter of reference
    • Entrance questionnaire
    • Portfolio

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    With no part less than 6.0
  • PTE : 56.00
    With no part less than 56
  • TOEFL : 83.00
    Reading: 22 Listening: 22 Writing: 21 Speaking: 21
  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • SpecializationDesign studies
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 20208
  • Intake
    Fall: September 2025
  • Application FeesCAD 135
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
    PTE 56.00
    TOEFL 83.00
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