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Bow Valley College Centre for Entertainment Arts is proud to inspire a new generation of creatives with the skill, knowledge, and confidence needed to land film-industry jobs and put their vision to work.

Enjoy programs taught by pros, cutting-edge courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and hands-on learning with real-world projects. Join a collaborative, like-minded community that leads to career opportunities—right here in downtown Calgary.

Education that puts the spotlight on you.

Advanced Film Production

Advanced Film Production is a full time, two-year program comprising the five principle domains of live action film development.

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Foundation in Entertainment Arts

This certificate program prepares you for advanced studies in animation, modelling, visual effects, or game development.

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CEA Advanced 3D Animation and 3D Modeling at Bow Valley College

Advanced 3D Animation & 3D Modeling

This program focuses on 3D Animation and 3D Modelling and its various departmental specializations.

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Advanced Visual Effects
(Virtual Production)

In this diploma, students will study numerous specializations in VFX, such as modelling, sculpting, texturing/surfacing, lighting, compositing, and FX.

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Advanced Game Development

This program is comprised of industry-level courses covering game development’s core disciplines: art, design, programming, and production.

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What is the class delivery (full-time or part-time)?

The class schedule for all CEA programs is full-time.

What is the course delivery (in class or online)?

The course delivery is in class.

What are the portfolio requirements?

Requirements vary based on each program. Watch this video for more information.
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If you have questions or need assistance, email: programs@thecea.ca

How can I apply for financial aid?

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Alberta’s film biz has experienced its own boom in recent years, leading to a high demand for workers.
Read more about those who are making it happen, right in our own backyard.

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ACTRA Alberta

Film industry insiders say Calgary is
becoming a major player in the game
Calgary Citizen

Edmonton film industry aims to generate
$100M a year
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Alberta Esports Strategy: a billion-dollar
opportunity
Calgary Economic Development

Alberta’s film industry is booming but needs
more workers
CityNews

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Alberta Makes Games

Recent film, TV projects bringing $428
million to Alberta’s economy
CBC News

Why young Albertans say this is the place
to grow their video game careers
CBC News

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