Welcome to the IDEA School of Design
A career-oriented school for the next generation of creative professionals. Gain skills in branding, illustration and UX/UI design. Customize your learning with 2, 3 and 4-year programs.
One School.
Two Programs.
Capilano University’s IDEA School of Design offers a 4-year Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication degree and a 2-year Interaction Design diploma. Our curriculum is rigorous and industry-focused — that’s why we are known for the quality and industry-readiness of our graduates.
Application Dates
⚡️ Early Admission
Oct 2024 — January 2025
Late Admission
Feb 2025 - April 2025
Explore Our Stories
View student work and hear their perspectives on creativity and student life. Hear from alumni about their experiences as working professionals. You might even find advice on building your portfolio 😀.
Interaction Design Diploma
Duration: 2-years Full Time | 3 hour classes
Career Outcomes: User experience (UX) designer, Web/app designer, User interface (UI) designer, Content strategist, Information architect, Interaction designer, Product designer, User researcher, Creative technologist, Interactive media designer.
Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication
Duration: 4-years Full Time | 5 hour classes
Students can also choose a 3-year Diploma option.
Career Outcomes: Graphic designer, art director, packaging designer, communication designer, illustrator, storyboard artist, character designer, UI/UX designer, digital designer, web/app designer and more.
Inspired Graduates
Gain a career doing what you love ❤️ Our graduates are highly sought-after in the industry and can be found in many top creative agencies, both in Vancouver and around the world. Others form start-up companies or enjoy their own freelance practices. We celebrate our graduates and support the launch of their career with a practicum, grad show and published portfolio.