The Comics & Graphic Novels program welcomes 20 new students each September. You can attend a General Information Session to learn more.
Admission requirements
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
Tip Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
Requirement | High school course | Camosun course | Alternatives | |
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English one of: |
| |||
Statement/portfolio | Electronic submission of the following: (all three must be submitted together)*
*review of submissions is non-competitive |
Participation requirements
You will need to purchase a Supply Kit, including essential art supplies and a portable drawing board.
Completion requirements
You must complete all program courses with a minimum of a "C" and achieve an overall cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in order to qualify for the Certificate in Comics & Graphic Novels.
Missing admission requirements?
Camosun offers alternative courses and upgrading programs to help you get started.
What kind of applicant are you?
Camosun has three different applicant categories:
- Adult
- Current BC/Yukon High School Student
- International
Effective date: September 2018
Admission requirements
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
Tip Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
Requirement | High school course | Camosun course | Alternatives | |
---|---|---|---|---|
English one of: |
| |||
Statement/portfolio | Electronic submission of the following: (all three must be submitted together)*
*review of submissions is non-competitive |
Participation requirements
- You will need to purchase a Supply Kit, including essential art supplies and a portable drawing board.
- You should be comfortable performing basic computer tasks, including scanning and saving your work using imaging software; alternatively, you should be willing to undertake independent training on these tasks and applications outside of class time.
- You will be expected to draw and write as much as possible outside of class time. Prolific journaling, blogging, and sketching will help you to succeed in the program and are actively encouraged.
Completion requirements
You must complete all program courses with a minimum of a "C" and achieve an overall cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in order to qualify for the Certificate in Comics & Graphic Novels.
Missing admission requirements?
Camosun offers alternative courses and upgrading programs to help you get started.
What kind of applicant are you?
Camosun has three different applicant categories:
- Adult
- Current BC/Yukon High School Student
- International