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The School of Applied Design

The PDA Advantage
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Learn fast,
Earn fast.

At Pacific Design Academy, you can graduate in just 12 to 24 months—up to two years ahead of traditional university grads—earning an average entry-level design salary of $45,000 and potentially making $90,000 before your peers even enter the field.

Our Programs

Graphic Media
Design

Design that Works

Build a portfolio that’s as strategic as it is stunning—develop branding, layout, digital design, and real-world creative solutions guided by practicing professionals.
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Fashion
Design

Where Style Meets Story

Create collections with purpose, expression, and technical precision—from concept sketch to runway-ready garments.
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Interior
Design

Space with Intention

Learn to shape environments that are functional, inclusive, and inspiring through studio projects, design theory, and industry mentorship.
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Architectural Building Technology

From Draft to Detail

Blend architecture, drafting, and sustainability with real-world construction knowledge to bring buildings from blueprint to reality.
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App & Web
Development

Code Meets Creativity

Combine design thinking with front-end coding skills to build beautiful, functional digital products for real users.
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Motion Picture Production

Storytelling in Motion

Learn cinematography, editing, and production workflows as you bring stories to life across fiction, documentary, and commercial formats.
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Full Time Diploma Programs

OUR PROGRAMS

Professional Design Certificates

CURRENT COURSES

Part Time
Design Workshops

CURRENT WORKSHOPS

Summer
Design Programs

OPEN PROGRAMS

What our Alumni say

Erika Carney
Interior Design 2024

"My time at Pacific Design Academy has allowed me to connect with so many wonderful people. From the caring staff and fellow students to the broader design community within Victoria."

Vanessa Lee
Graphic Media Design 2024

"I believe I will be able to apply the design skills I’ve learned at PDA effectively and create impactful designs. One of the best experiences I’ve had at PDA is witnessing my significant improvement over the past two years."

Maya Chapman
Fashion Design 2024

“Equipped with industry knowledge and practical skills, my instructors at PDA have given me so much insight into the world of fashion.”

Juan Carlo Cruis
Fashion Design 2024

“Studying Fashion Design at PDA has been a game-changer. The program’s fast-paced environment and the guidance of our incredible instructors have honed my skills and boosted my confidence.”

Emily Walton
Architectural Building Technology 2024

"The environment and opportunity for learning at PDA is amazing! Every instructor has an incredible knowledge base and experience in the workforce to prepare you for a career in design.”

Vanessa Valdez
Interior Design 2024

“Studying Interior Design at PDA has provided me with invaluable hands-on experience, refining my skills under the guidance of dedicated instructors who foster creativity and innovation.”

Landon Johnston
Motion Picture Production 2023

"As a filmmaker, I’ve grown so much, just being absorbed in this program for the last year. I just feel night and day in comparison to when I started."

Chance Morrow
Graphic Media Design 2023

"During my time at PDA I feel like I grew quite a lot. Something about being creative and artistic, I goes hand-in-hand with self-reflection…how I want to be seen in the world.”

Elyse Petrie
Motion Picture Production 2023

The highlights have been learning about the film fundamentals of the industry from top to bottom, the help and support from my teachers and peers, being able to collaborate creatively with my peers and being able to create really fun/cool pieces of film work throughout the year

Creative
Collaboration

Small
Class Sizes

Experienced
Faculty

Industry
Connections

PDA Student PortfolioWork

The PDA Student Portfolio is a living gallery of creativity in motion—featuring work from across all programs, from first drafts to final collections. These projects reflect our students’ evolving skills, bold ideas, and growing confidence as they take creative risks, solve real-world challenges, and build the kind of work that makes them—and us—proud.

Brianna Bridge

Brianna Bridge

Jadah Grimm-O'Neil

Jadah Grimm-O'Neil

Zoe Jensen

Zoe Jensen

Zoe Pauls

Zoe Pauls

Clare Talbot

Clare Talbot

Maya Chapman

Maya Chapman

Gabriel Javeri

Gabriel Javeri

Lucia Volker

Lucia Volker

Monet Pruce

Monet Pruce

Built for Bold Thinkers, Made for Real Careers

Industry Relevant

Programs are shaped by industry pros to ensure you're job-ready with current tools, practices, and expectations.

Small Class Sizes

Core classes are capped at 18, giving you direct access to instructors and a personalized learning experience.

Portfolio Driven

Build a standout portfolio through real-world projects that reflect the skills and creativity your field demands.

Career Ready Skills

85% of grads land jobs in 6 months. You'll gain the technical and soft skills to thrive in your creative career.

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June 12 | 6–7pm | at PDA

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Fashion Design &
Motion Picture Production

Explore our dynamic Fashion Design and Motion Picture Production programs—where hands-on training, industry mentorship, and real-world experience prepare you for success in the creative world.

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