It’s easy for PDA graduates to continue their studies through our Pathway programs. And graduates of our partner colleges can continue their studies at PDA!
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All programs offer either a one or two-years Diploma. Select a program for more details.
Artistically-inspired and supported by the latest technology, PDA is dedicated to training the next generation of professionals across a spectrum of careers in fashion design, interior design, graphic design, app & website development, motion picture production, and architectural technology.
Our curriculum is meticulously planned and continually updated to align with the ever-evolving design marketplace. By graduating from Pacific Design Academy you will enter the professional arena with highly sought-after skills that serve as the foundation for a lifetime of success.
At PDA, our instructors are not only educators but also industry insiders. In their teaching, they use the latest ideas from their fields and draw from real-world design needs.
Committed to personalized learning, we maintain small sizes to ensure that each student receives the individualized attention necessary to master new skills and be immersed in an artistic and supportive atmosphere.
As a formally designated a college by the BC Ministry of Advanced Education and Future Skills, PDA is authorized to confer diplomas for the full-time programs we offer in
In 2022, we moved to a fully renovated heritage space in Victoria Inner Harbour with state-of-the-art studios.
Visit us on the second floor of 8 Bastion Square. www.pacificdesignacademy.com
The staff at Pacific Design Academy are a dedicated and diverse team, each bringing their unique expertise and passion for creativity to nurture and inspire the next generation of designers.
It’s easy for PDA graduates to continue their studies through our Pathway programs. And graduates of our partner colleges can continue their studies at PDA!
Explore our staff directory to meet the talented individuals behind our organization, each dedicated to providing exceptional support and expertise to our community.
Our team of experienced advisors can guide students through information and direction with scholarships, grants, bursaries, and loans.
Some of PDA’s latest news is posted on this web page! Below current announcements is our monthly newsletter, as well as an archive of previous news
The Pacific Design Academy is located in the heart of historic downtown Victoria and is easily accessible by public transit, bicycle, or foot. Victoria is just a short ferry ride from Vancouver or Seattle, making this area a preferred destination for students and tourists alike.
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE LEKWUNGEN TRADITIONAL TERRITORIES THAT PACIFIC DESIGN ACADEMY STANDS UPON, AND THE SONGHEES, ESQUIMALT AND W̱SÁNEĆ PEOPLES
WHOSE RELATIONSHIP WITH THESE LANDS CONTINUES TO THIS DAY.