Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Vancouver Film School (VFS) overview
Vancouver Film School (VFS) is a higher education institution founded in 1987 in Vancouver, Canada. Areas of study include film production, classical and 3D animation, web, mobile, and video game design and programming. The school also teaches sound design, acting, and writing. Vancouver Film School opened its doors in 1987 with just 12 students, and quickly gained recognition both nationally and internationally. It grew its number of campuses in Vancouver from 1 to 8 and opened admissions offices in 18 different countries. The school is accredited by the B.C. Private Training Institutions Branch and British Columbia Education Quality Assurance. It has established partnerships with industry giants such as Adobe, Dell, HP, NVIDIA, Unreal Engine, and Unity. Its graduates have worked on 97 films, 25 television and web series, 21 3D animation projects, and 28 video game projects. A world leader in its field, Vancouver Film School currently teaches more than 1,000 students across eight campuses.
About Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Vancouver Film School (VFS) is a higher education institution founded in 1987 in Vancouver, Canada. Areas of study include film production, classical and 3D animation, web, mobile, and video game design and programming. The school also teaches sound design, acting, and writing. Vancouver Film School opened its doors in 1987 with just 12 students, and quickly gained recognition both nationally and internationally. It grew its number of campuses in Vancouver from 1 to 8 and opened admissions offices in 18 different countries. The school is accredited by the B.C. Private Training Institutions Branch and British Columbia Education Quality Assurance. It has established partnerships with industry giants such as Adobe, Dell, HP, NVIDIA, Unreal Engine, and Unity. Its graduates have worked on 97 films, 25 television and web series, 21 3D animation projects, and 28 video game projects. A world leader in its field, Vancouver Film School currently teaches more than 1,000 students across eight campuses.
Vancouver Film School (VFS) faculties and programs
Writing for Film, Television and Games
Sound Design for Visual Media
Programming for Games, Web and Mobile
Game Design
Makeup Design for Film and Television
Foundation Visual Art and Design
3D Animation and Visual Effects
Acting for Film and Television
Animation Concept Art
Classical Animation
Vancouver Film School (VFS) scholarships and financial aid
Vancouver Film School does not offer scholarship opportunities for international students.
Vancouver Film School (VFS) Exam Requirements
Submitting at least one of the exams below with the required score is a prerequisite for application. The score threshold may vary by program.
How to get into Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Vancouver Film School offers 3 preparatory programs — Acting Essentials, English for Creative Arts, and Foundation Visual Art & Design. They are designed to prepare students who are just starting university for higher education and develop their language proficiency.
If you are an international student applying to a program at Vancouver Film School, you must also meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year High School Diploma
- Strong Academic Record
or - International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
or - GCE A-Level Diploma
or - SAT/ACT Score
or - Acceptance into and completion of the first year at a university recognized by Vancouver Film School that offers a 4-year bachelor's degree in the relevant field in Turkey
- English Proficiency Certification
- English proficiency certificate from an English proficiency exam such as IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Duolingo English Test, or PTE Academic
- Originals and scanned copies of all your academic diplomas and certificates
- Portfolio, film, and work samples showing specific skills, previous work, and projects you have been involved in, in line with the admission requirements specific to the programs you apply to
- You may be required to provide your own equipment, in line with the admission requirements specific to the programs you apply to
- Official transcripts listing the courses you took and the grades you received during secondary education
- Up-to-date CV
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
Vancouver Film School does not offer graduate programs directly. However, through its partnerships with institutions such as;
- BCIT
- Capilano University
- Regent's University London
- Wilfrid Laurier University
- Manchester Metropolitan University: SODA
- Royal Roads University
- MetFilm School
- 3iS Paris
- University of the Fraser Valley
- University of the Arts London: LCC
- Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- Ontario College of Art & Design University
it offers programs known as "Pathway Programs," whose admission requirements vary.
Take a closer look at Vancouver Film School (VFS)
Rather than a single campus school, Vancouver Film School operates across eight campuses in the city of Vancouver. All of its campuses are in or very close to downtown Vancouver. The campuses on West Hastings St. deliver Acting Essentials, Acting for Film & Television, and Makeup Design for Film & Television. The same campuses deliver Writing for Film, Television & Games, Foundation Visual Art & Design, and Sound Design for Visual Media. At the campus at 420 Homer St., the school delivers the Digital Design and VR/AR Design & Development programs.
The campus at 151 West Cordova St. delivers the 3D Animation & Visual Effects, Animation Concept Art, and Classical Animation programs. The Film Production program is delivered at the 142 Water St. campus. At the campus at 88 East Pender St., the school delivers the Game Design and Programming for Games, Web & Mobile programs. At the campus at 1248 Franklin St., the Makeup Design for Film & Television program is delivered.
Vancouver Film School's campuses are in the heart of downtown Vancouver. From there you can take full advantage of the social and cultural opportunities that city life has to offer. Cafes, restaurants, pubs, museums, art galleries, cinemas, and shops are all close to the school's campuses. Attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, the Vancouver Aquarium, and Queen Elizabeth Park are among the must-see destinations for students in Vancouver. So are VanDusen Botanical Garden, the Granville Island Public Market, and the Museum of Anthropology.
No sports clubs operate within Vancouver Film School itself. There are, however, numerous gyms in the city of Vancouver where you can sign up for monthly or annual memberships at reasonable rates. Vancouver's extensive transit network makes it easy to get around to neighboring cities. As a leader in its field, Vancouver Film School organizes many social activities through the year that you can take part in.
Vancouver Film School has an extensive alumni network of people who have excelled in a variety of fields. Notable alumni of Vancouver Film School include;
- Kevin Smith
- Jewel Staite
- Stacey Roy
- Emily Bett Rickards
- Sara Canning
- Andrew Overtoom
- Colin Cunningham
- Seth Lochhead
- John G. Lenic
- Chad Moffitt
- Hanna Hall
- Jonathan Cherry
- Neill Blomkamp
- Magda Apanowicz
- Emilie Ullerup
among others.
Vancouver Film School (VFS) awards and achievements
- Zack Snyder's Justice League - 61 among alumni
- Avengers: Endgame - 69 among alumni
- Black Panther - 77 among alumni
- Loki - 16 among alumni
- Spider-Man: No Way Home - 16 among alumni
- Black Widow - 31 among alumni
- The Falcon and The Winter Soldier - 12 among alumni
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian - 18 among alumni
- Dune - 16 among alumni
- Free Guy - 19 among alumni
- Joker - 5 among alumni
- No Time To Die - 11 among alumni
- Game of Thrones - 105 among alumni
- League of Legends
- Overwatch
- Halo Infinite
- God of War
Vancouver Film School (VFS) Location
Vancouver, Canada
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