OUR DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
Video Production
Learn how to plan, shoot, direct, edit, and market your own stories. You’ll gain practical experience while building a polished portfolio.
* Online programs are offered through Toronto Film School at Yorkville University, New Brunswick.
Writing for Film and TV
Professional, working writers will teach you how to turn your creative story ideas into saleable, commercial formats ready for production.
(This program does not have a July intake)
Graphic Design and Interactive Media
Learn how to create visual solutions for digital and print channels, while you develop a portfolio of work that showcases your new skills.
DELIVERY MODE
Online
START DATES
January, April, July, October
PROGRAM DURATION
24 months (8 terms)
DELIVERY MODE
On campus*
START DATES
January, April, July & October
PROGRAM DURATION
18 months/6 terms for all programs, except Graphic Design at 12 months/4 terms.
Acting for Film, TV, and the Theatre
Working actors will teach you the artistic, technical, and business sides of the industry. You’ll graduate with an impressive demo reel of work, ready to nail auditions, and eligible for your first ACTRA credit.
Our recent $2.5 million investment in Hollywood-grade production gear means you’ll have access to the latest in cameras, lenses, lighting kits, and more. Shoot your films in the field or in one of our 7 studios.
Film Production
Video Game Design and Animation
Conceive, design, script, model, texture, and animate characters and worlds as you learn directly from working video game creators. Try your hand at motion capture technology and learn the latest AI workflows
This program is delivered live and online.
Video Game Design and Development
Learn the entire game development process for console, PC and mobile while working in a simulated studio environment. Your instructors will be accomplished game creators who will prepare you, upon graduation, for a variety of industry-related jobs.
This program is delivered live and online.
Writing for Film and TV
Imagine brainstorming your ideas in a Writers’ Room! In this immersive program, you will learn how to write for all genres while you develop your own unique writing style. You will graduate with a portfolio showcasing your new skills and range.
(This program does not have a July intake)
Graphic Design and Interactive Media
Learn how to conceive and design visual solutions for digital, print, and new media channels. Working, industry-active professionals will be your instructors, with a curriculum based on today’s industry challenges. 12 months.
This program is delivered live and online.
*Select programs combine in-person & live online classes in a hybrid learning environment.
WATCH OUR STUDENT SHOWREEL
This video showcases the original work of our students. Soon, you could be directing, shooting, editing and marketing your own stories.
Toronto Film School graduates have gone on to work on such acclaimed productions as The Shape of Water, The Lion King, Suicide Squad and The Handmaid’s Tale, among many others.
NOTABLE ALUMNI WORK
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On-campus programs are offered through Toronto Film School, Ontario. Online programs are offered through Toronto Film School at Yorkville University, New Brunswick.
©In Ontario, Yorkville University offers a Bachelor of Creative Arts (BCA) degree which is delivered on campus and online. The institution has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) to offer the BCA for a seven-year term starting 2020/12/17. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (i.e., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions).
10 Dundas Campus
10 Dundas Street E., Suite 704
Toronto, ON, M5B 2G9
Canada
460 Yonge St.
460 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON, M4Y 1W9
Canada
415 Yonge St Campus
415 Yonge Street, 8th Floor
Toronto, ON, M5B 2E7
Canada
TRAIN AT A TOP
GLOBAL FILM
SCHOOL
TRAIN AT A TOP GLOBAL FILM SCHOOL
Our experienced faculty and industry-styled curriculums are shaping the next generation of storytellers.
OUR PROGRAMS
CHOOSE FROM
9 CREATIVE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
Graduate with a portfolio of work and an enhanced CV, tailored specifically to your ideal job.
PROGRAM SHOWCASE
Train to become
A REAL-WORLD,
HANDS-ON EDUCATION
Expect a curriculum designed to teach you the industry’s latest best practices, and to graduate confident, connected and skilled with a demo reel or portfolio of work showcasing your new abilities.
AN ELITE FILM SCHOOL
WE'RE A GLOBALLY-RANKED FILM SCHOOL
The Hollywood Reporter has named Toronto Film School in its list of top global film schools two years running, along with accolades from Careers in Film, CourseCompare, MovieMaker Magazine, and many more.
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
President, Toronto Film School
Executive Producer, Schitt’s Creek, Son of a Critch, and The Kids in the Hall.
Andrew Barnsley
As society and industry evolves, so do our programs. Our vision is for every one of our students to graduate industry ready.
As society and industry evolves, so do our programs. Our vision is for every one of our students to graduate industry ready.
Andrew Barnsley
President, Toronto Film School
Executive Producer, Shitt's Creek
and Son of a Critch
TORONTO, CANADA'S CREATIVE CAPITAL
Toronto is home to one of North America’s largest screen-based industries. The industry is growing significantly, fueled in part by the development of two new studios—one of which will be Canada’s largest.
Over $2 billion
spent per year on Toronto’s Film industry
Over 45,000
people work in Ontario’s screen industry
Source: City of Toronto and FilmOntario
PROOFS & STATS
EARN A BACHELOR OF CREATIVE ARTS (BCA) DEGREE
A Toronto Film School (TFS) diploma could be just the beginning of your creative career training! Imagine graduating and seamlessly transitioning into a Bachelor of Creative Arts (BCA) program at our degree pathway partner, Yorkville University. Here you will learn the skills required to take on senior leadership roles and project-based positions in today’s creative industries.
Accelerate your career trajectory with our innovative Dual Enrolment program. Gain conditional admission to the YU BCA program simultaneously with your TFS program enrolment and complete them back-to-back. This streamlined approach allows you to achieve two qualifications faster (in just 3 – 4 years), while also benefiting from $10,000 in tuition savings.
Apply for Dual Enrolment and Save $10,000 in Tuition Fees!*
YOUR DEGREE PATHWAY
*$10,000 bursary is applied to the last two terms of the BCA program. Students presenting with credentials from shorter-duration programs, such as 12-month diplomas or those diplomas obtained through fully online programs, will be required to engage in supplementary academic coursework at YU. Request a call with an admissions advisor for full details on eligibility requirements, transfer credits, and duration of TFS diploma and YU BCA program through dual enrolment. In order to qualify for entry into YU’s BCA program, TFS graduates must complete all program courses with a 1.7 CGPA in the 4.3 scale or better.