Bow Valley College

Digital Design Diploma

Calgary, Canada2 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Bow Valley College

  • Located in downtown Calgary with modern campus facilities
  • Offers ELL pathway programs through partner schools to meet language requirements
  • Provides support for international students through authorized agents and representatives
  • Accepts applications from students worldwide with clear country-specific document guidance
  • Offers flexible payment options and application tracking

About Digital Design Diploma

At Bow Valley College, the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 1, 2027; tuition fees are 47,858 CAD per year.

The Digital Design Diploma at Bow Valley College is a non-degree program for students who want to learn about digital design. It takes one year to complete and is taught in English. The program helps students develop creative and technical skills.

Students learn about fundamental principles of digital design, typography, user experience design, and digital marketing communications. They also get to work on projects and develop skills in interaction design, motion graphics, and video production.

Graduates can work as digital designers, user experience designers, interaction designers, motion graphics designers, or digital marketing specialists. They can work in various industries, including media, advertising, and technology.

About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College in downtown Calgary provides a student-centered, career-focused education designed for practical outcomes. Founded in 1965, the college emphasizes small classes, applied learning and strong support services, serving a diverse community with programs aligned to local and global labour needs. Its compact urban location gives students access to Calgary’s business and cultural scene while benefiting from a close-knit campus atmosphere.

Programs at Bow Valley prioritize employability through practicum placements, industry-relevant curricula and active partnerships with employers. Faculty and staff bring real-world experience to the classroom, and the college’s high graduate employment rate reflects its commitment to career-ready training. Support services, language instruction and workshops ensure students develop both technical skills and the intercultural competencies needed to succeed in multicultural workplaces.

International students will find resources to help with transition, including advising, orientation and opportunities to engage in volunteer and campus activities that build networks and professional experience. The college’s focus on affordability and transfer pathways also makes it attractive for those planning further study in Canada. If you want a practical, supportive environment with direct links to employment, Bow Valley College offers a purposeful route to skills, credentials and local industry connections.

English Test Requirement

This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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PTE Academic
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CEFR level
B1/B2
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Digital Design Diploma: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Digital Design Diploma?
Tuition: CAD 47,858 per year. Application fee: USD 145.
What are the entry requirements for Digital Design Diploma?
Entry requirements include: Education: High School; Academic performance: Grade A (70%+, GPA 3+); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Minimum age: 18.
How long is the Digital Design Diploma program?
The program duration is 2 year.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2027-08-01.
Is Digital Design Diploma available online?
This is an on-campus program at Bow Valley College in Calgary.

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