Entrance requirements

• High school graduation or its equivalent, or mature student alternative
• Students applying directly from high school will be considered only if they have undertaken a significant body of work in the area of film, television and digital post production during their high school education
• A demonstrated interest in film, television and/or digital post production
• Two letters of reference, one each from: A) previous or current employer/teacher and B) personal reference from someone other than a family member
• Some basic skills in word processing and the use of a spreadsheet
• English 12 (C+ or better) or English-language proficiency
• Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview

BC provincial exams

For programs beginning in August 2007 or later which require Grade 12 Math and Science courses, BCIT will not require the applicant to write the provincial exam. Provincial exam marks will still be required for English 12, Communications 12, and Technical and Professional Communications 12.

Apply to program

Note: The FilmFLEX program will not be accepting applications until further notice.

Admission to the FilmFLEX program is competitive and applicant qualifications are carefully assessed because of the intensive nature of the program. An application for admission to the FilmFLEX program consists of the following items:

• Completed FilmFLEX application form.
• Current resume outlining educational and employment history.
• Official copy of your post-secondary transcript(s). Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that your transcript is sent directly from the college/university.
• Minimum of two letters of reference, preferably one from a previous employer/teacher and one from a personal reference other than a family member.
• A type-written submission (max. 500 words) as to why you want to take the FilmFLEX program.

A completed application package must be mailed to:

Trudy Handel, Program Head, FilmFLEX Program,
Phone: 604-456-8058
Fax: 604-432-8871
Email: Trudy_Handel@bcit.ca
Broadcast and Media Communications Department,
3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3H2

Scheduled intakes

FilmFLEX currently has one scheduled intake per year in November.

Application processing

November of the previous year until the program fills.

Applications are considered for a specific intake.

Tuition fees

Please see the Fees, Payments and Refunds section of the website for more information on full-time tuition fees.

The technology fee is included with the program, which allows the student individualized use - and eventual ownership - of a "Digital Toolkit". When the program is completed by the student and total program fees are paid in full, ownership of the equipment package is transferred to the student.

Information on total program fees is located at http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees

International students fees are located at http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/international.shtml

A non-refundable $2,500.00 deposit is payable upon acceptance into the program. The payment of the deposit is required to secure a guaranteed seat in the program. Students that have been accepted but have not paid a deposit are in a "hold" position.

Subject to change. Note: The SA Health and Dental plan fee is refundable only upon proof that the student has existing Extended Health and/or Dental coverage.

Books and supplies

$1,000 (general estimated cost, and subject to change)

Each student is required to pay a $250 refundable deposit for "additional" computer programs that are supplied by FilmFLEX for student computers, beyond those that comprise the student equipment package. At the conclusion of the course, after "additional" FilmFLEX programs are un-installed and verified, the student will receive a $250 refund.

Students are responsible for obtaining and maintaining insurance coverage for the equipment package while the equipment is in their possession. Insurance must be obtained prior to the first day of class and proof of coverage must be presented before equipment is released. Contact Program Head to obtain a current list of equipment.

Financial assistance

Students accepted into the FilmFLEX program may qualify for financial assistance that is available through the Government of B.C.'s student financial aid program (note that maximum loan amounts are less than the program tuition). For more information and to apply for this financial assistance, students should contact the BCIT Student Financial Aid and Awards Office. Please note that the $11,500 technology fee is NOT eligible for Financial Aid.

Refund policy

The $2,500 deposit for FilmFLEX is non-refundable.

Students registered in FilmFLEX level 1 and 2 who withdraw up to fourteen (14) calendar days after the start of classes will be entitled to receive:

• Tuition/Technology Fee: Complete refund of tuition/technology fee paid to date less $2,500 (commitment fee)
• Student Activity: Complete refund

There will normally be no refund of tuition for students who withdraw after fourteen (14) calendar days from the start of classes for level 1 and any request for a Student Activity fee refund after this date must be submitted in writing to the BCIT Student Association Office.

Students registered in FilmFLEX level 3 and 4 who withdraw up to fourteen (14) calendar days after the start of classes will be entitled to receive:

• Tuition/Technology Fee: Complete refund of tuition/technology fee paid for level 3 and 4 less $2,500 (commitment fee)
• Student Activity: Complete refund

There will normally be no refund of tuition for students who withdraw after fourteen (14) calendar days from the start of classes for level 3 and any request for a Student Activity fee refund after this date must be submitted in writing to the BCIT Student Association Office.

In any case whatsoever, if a student withdraws from the FilmFLEX program and/or receives a Tuition/Technology refund, thus failing to complete the Program, the student will be deemed not to have paid the Technology fee, and all rights and benefits derived from said fee revert irrevocably to BCIT.

Cancellation Policy

This program is subject to limited and a minimum enrollment. Lack of sufficient enrollment will result in BCIT canceling specific intakes of the program and will then entitle all accepted students, of that specific intake, to a full refund of all fees paid.

Class hours

FilmFLEX begins in November each year, and runs Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Program matrix

Program length

12 months

Each of the four terms are 12 weeks in length.

Program location

Classes are held at the BCIT Burnaby Campus (3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, B.C.).

Program structure

The year is divided into four terms. The first, second and third terms are held in a classroom and studio environment with lectures, labs, discussion groups, projects, shooting and editing.

Specialization:
In the third term, the student is given the opportunity to "specialize" by taking a combination of advanced directing and advanced cinematography courses, or a combination of advanced sound design and advanced non linear editing.

The fourth term is spent in an industry practicum, completing the final video project, and participating in an intensive Business Plan & Career Management course, which is offered in a combination of classroom and online sessions.

Graduate employment outcomes

The following link takes you to graduate outcome survey results containing mostly labour market results from the 2007-2009 BCIT Outcomes Surveys of 2006-2008 Graduates.
Note: The survey results will be displayed in a separate browser window. To view these results, you need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in your Web browser.

• FilmFLEX Technology Professional

Credential

Graduates of the FilmFLEX program will apply to BCIT to receive an Industry Partnership Certificate - FilmFLEX.