Course overview
Digital Arts Diploma is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Selkirk College in Castlegar, Canada. It takes 2 years, with intakes in September (Fall 2027 applications open 1 October 2026).
Selkirk College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Selkirk College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Castlegar, Canada |
| Course | Digital Arts Diploma |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Tuition per year | C$14,800 (≈ ₹9.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (Fall 2027 applications open 1 October 2026) |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or English 12 at 60% (Selkirk viewbook) |
Interested in Digital Arts Diploma?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$14,800 a year, about ₹9.9 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$29,600 (≈ ₹19.8 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 international tuition from the programme page (2026/27: CA$14,370); mandatory, student union and health fees extra. Estimates, subject to change
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Castlegar Student Housing, single room with shared washroomFall 2024/Winter 2025; includes CA$400 damage deposit and CA$50 application fee | C$6,810per academic year | ≈ ₹4.6 lakh |
| Castlegar Kekuli Student Housing, single kitchenette roomFall 2024/Winter 2025; includes deposit and application fee | C$6,150per academic year | ≈ ₹4.1 lakh |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Graphic designer
- Television/film/video producer
- Social media manager
- Multimedia specialist
- UX designer
- Photographer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
WPP
Heineken
Disney
Netflix
BBC
Adobe
Sony
Meta
Google
Universal Music Group
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Selkirk College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Secondary school completion equivalent to a BC senior secondary diploma, plus each programme's prerequisites (for example English 12 at 60% for web development). Some programmes need a placement test.
- The GIS bachelor's degree needs 60 post-secondary credits (a diploma or associate degree) with a 2.33 GPA and an introductory statistics course.
- Health Care Assistant applicants also need references and a police certificate from their home country.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or English 12 at 60% (Selkirk viewbook).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS (most programmes) | 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or English 12 at 60%. |
| IELTS (engineering transfer, environment and geomatics, GIS, culinary arts) | 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or English 12 at 67%. |
| Health Care Assistant | IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6, or CELPIP, CAEL, TOEFL iBT or PTE Academic taken in person. |
| Other tests | Selkirk's viewbook does not list TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo minimums; ask Selkirk International. |
| English Language Program | Students below the required level can start in Selkirk's English Language Program, which needs no IELTS. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (Fall 2027 applications open 1 October 2026).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport ID page
- Class 10 and Class 12 transcripts, and any post-secondary transcripts
- English test score
- Resume, if applicable
- CA$100 application fee; seat deposit equal to one semester's tuition before the acceptance letter
About Selkirk College
Selkirk College is a public community college in British Columbia, founded in 1966, with its main campus in Castlegar and campuses in Nelson, Trail and Grand Forks. It runs an India Subcontinent Application Office for applicants from India and neighbouring countries.
Selkirk publishes a list of programmes it says are PGWP-eligible and accepting international applications. They include associate degrees in science and arts, a GIS bachelor's degree, environmental and wildlife technology diplomas, digital arts, web development, culinary arts, health care assistant and an engineering transfer certificate to UBC, SFU and UVic. Check PGWP rules in our Canada guide.
Similar courses
Arts, Design & Media courses at other universities in Canada
- Bachelor of Design: Visual Communication Design (Graphic Design & Advertising stream)Alberta University of the Arts4 years full-time (120 credits), in person and studio-based · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Design: Visual Communication Design (Illustration stream)Alberta University of the Arts4 years full-time (120 credits), in person and studio-based · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Fine Arts: Studio ArtAlberta University of the ArtsFull-time, studio-based; one or two concentrations such as animation, ceramics, media arts, painting or photography · C$23,041 / year
- Bachelor of Creative Industries: Applied Creative IndustriesAlberta University of the Arts4 years; in person, non-studio and hybrid (launched in 2026) · C$28,023 / year
- New Media Design and Web Development (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)18 months (78 weeks) full-time, blended, with a 9-week internship · C$29,709 / year
- Bachelor of MusicBrandon UniversityFull-time bachelor's degree · C$17,904 / year
More courses at Selkirk College
- Engineering Transfer Certificate1 year (transfer to UBC, UBC Okanagan, SFU or UVic) · C$16,280 / year
- Web Development & Programming Certificate8 months · C$17,270 / year
- Geographic Information Systems Bachelor's Degree2 years (third- and fourth-year entry after 60 credits) · C$15,530 / year
- Health Care Assistant Diploma2 years · C$18,820 / year
- Applied Environmental Science and Planning Technology Diploma2 years · C$14,800 / year
- Culinary Arts Certificate14 months · C$20,600 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Digital Arts Diploma at Selkirk College?
The tuition for international students is C$14,800 a year (about ₹9.9 lakh). 2027/28 international tuition from the programme page (2026/27: CA$14,370); mandatory, student union and health fees extra. Estimates, subject to change. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Digital Arts Diploma?
The course takes 2 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or English 12 at 60% (Selkirk viewbook). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (Fall 2027 applications open 1 October 2026). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
