What we're all about - Our Welcome, Mission, Values and Objectives

Welcome to Expression College for Digital Arts!

magine yourself working in an industry that is known for creativity, passion, and the pursuit of aesthetic perfection; a vibrant industry that challenges you to perfect your craft every day, every moment. Imagine the exhilaration and feeling of accomplishment that you and your team feel at seeing your finished project for the very first time; imagine that first rush of experiencing hours of work, passion, and creative focus brought to life. This is no daydream. If you are ready to make your passion your profession in today’s digital arts industry, Expression College for Digital Arts is for you. Expression is designed to meet the rapidly growing demand for trained, talented professionals in Animation & Visual Effects, Digital Filmmaking, Game Art & Design, Interaction Design, Interactive Audio, Motion Graphic Design, and Sound Arts. We’ll be the first to say that our school is not for everyone. Our programs are intense, emulating the real working environments of industries using professional-grade creative technologies. To excel, you will need both focus and commitment. There will be little time to think about anything else during your months here, but careers in the digital arts offer great rewards for those who put forth the effort. Expression can become your “launch pad” into the digital arts and entertainment industries. You bring your passion, energy and dedication, and we’ll provide professional-grade hardware and software, an experienced and caring staff, and a network of industry professionals to give you a healthy head start.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide an exciting and inspiring education that prepares students for a successful career in digital arts. We achieve this through a dynamic curriculum; experienced faculty; and professional-grade facilities that are regularly updated to meet industry and market demands. Expression promotes student growth and development as our primary objective, and strives to ensure that staff and students thrive in a positive and nurturing environment.

Institutional Values

We believe that passion is driven by boundless dreams, youthful energy, and a sense of playfulness. We encourage our students and staff to unleash their creativity through innovation, imagination, and exploration. We recognize honesty, fairness, and authenticity to be the cornerstones of integrity. We demonstrate professionalism with a positive attitude, clear communication, teamwork, and accountability. We respect and support the community around us by fostering diversity and a life-long commitment to education.

Philosophy and Objectives

It is the philosophy of the institution that an individual’s life and professional growth are enhanced by an education that provides technical training. Academic program options include bachelor of applied science degrees in Animation & Visual Effects, Digital Filmmaking, Game Art & Design, Interaction Design, Interactive Audio, Motion Graphic Design, and Sound Arts. Expression College’s prime objective is to provide students who want a career in these fields with the skills necessary for entrance or advancement in the workplace. Expression supports a unique digital arts education, with professional-grade equipment and technology. Expression is a College that fosters experimentation and discovery, with a staff that creates an inspiring environment which instills students with passion, enthusiasm and dedication. In order to reach its objectives, the College has a highly experienced faculty who teach students professional techniques and applications in digital arts; provide hands-on training on industry standard hardware and software in Sound Arts, Animation and Visual Effects, Game Art and Design, and Motion Graphic Design; and provide a rich and fertile environment for artistic expressions by students and the professional community.