Our portfolio-driven Animation Diploma program is now attainable from anywhere across Canada.
If you can’t relocate to Toronto or attend every class in-person, you can now:
• Attend classes live via Google Meets
• Receive full instruction, feedback, and critique from home
• Stay connected with classmates & instructors through Discord + Google Classroom
Same training. Same instructors. More flexibility.
A highly competitive but rewarding industry for artists who want to bring ideas to life.
Animation is more than just movement. It’s:
Many programs focus heavily on software. This program is built differently.
You’ll learn: how to animate with intention
Every part of our program is structured around one goal: making you employable in the animation industry.
• A professional demo reel showcasing 2D and/or 3D animation
• Strong foundational skills (drawing, timing, motion, acting)
• Experience working in studio-style production pipelines
• Knowledge of industry-standard tools and workflows
• A portfolio, resume, and website ready for job applications
Not sure where to start? Tell us a bit about your experience, we’ll help you figure out next steps.
• Small classes (max 16 students, often fewer)
• Direct 1-on-1 feedback every week
• Instructors actively working in animation industry
• Strong emphasis on drawing fundamentals
• Training built around real studio pipelines
You’re not just learning software. You’re learning how to think, perform, and animate like a professional.
✨ 2D Animation (including Harmony workflows)
✨ 3D Animation (Maya and production tools)
✨ Acting for Animation & Character Performance
✨ Storyboarding & Visual Development
✨ Character Design & Layout
✨ The full animation production pipeline (concept → final render)
▲ Artwork by MTM Animation Alumni Jordan Marshall
Beginning Life Drawing 1
Perspective 1
Design & Composition
Principles of Drawing 1
Animation 1
Colour Theory & Background Painting
Beginning Life Drawing 2
Perspective 2
Structural Drawing 1
Principles of Drawing 2
Intro to Character Design
Animation 1B
Digital Background Painting
Introduction to Storyboarding & Film Language
Storytelling & Story Development
Intermediate Life Drawing 1
Artistic Anatomy
Animation 2
Intermediate Character Design
2D Computer Animation: Introduction
Introduction to 3D Animation Software
Intermediate Life Drawing 2
Drawing Hands & Feet
Drawing Heads & Features
Advanced Character Design
Animation 2B
Layout for Animation 1
Storyboarding 1
Advanced Life Drawing 1
Animation 3
Storyboarding 2
Intro to Animal Drawing for Animators
3D Character Animation 1
2D Computer Animation: Film Project 1
Advanced Life Drawing 2
Animation 3B
3D Film Development & Pre-Production
2D Computer Animation: Film Project 2
Layout for 3D Animation
3D In-Depth
3D Character Animation 2
3D Animation Production Part 1
3D In-Depth
Portfolio Development
3D Animation Production Part 2
*Please Note: Due to restrictions placed by the Canadian government, we are currently unable to accept international students for any of our diploma programs.
International students are still eligible for online workshop & certificate programs.
Domestic Student Tution Costs
YEAR 1
12,500 CAD
YEAR 2
12,500 CAD
YEAR 3
12,500 CAD
YEAR 4
12,500 CAD
Click Here for information on funding your post secondary education with us.
Our class sizes are extremely limited, but we are still accepting applicants for Fall 2026. If you are interested, fill out the form below and start your application journey. We can’t wait to see your work!
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