At Pacific Design Academy, you won’t spend years in lecture halls. From day one, you’ll build a portfolio through hands-on projects in graphic design, fashion, film, interior, web, and UX/UI. Learn from instructors who work in the industry—and who push your creative boundaries.
Our cohort-based education model builds lasting connections—with your peers, with your instructors, and with your future industry network. PDA students describe their experience as welcoming, collaborative, and empowering. That sense of belonging drives success.
Higher retention and graduation rates
Inclusive learning for neurodivergent students
Mentorship and personal support
Real studio environment in downtown Victoria
Our accelerated diploma programs (12–24 months) are built for results. With practical, job-ready skills and a polished portfolio, PDA grads step directly into design careers—often while others are still finishing degrees.
Portfolio-based evaluation in every program
Instructors with active careers in their design fields
Real-world assignments
Learn industry-standard software
At PDA, your instructors are practicing designers who know the truth: it’s the portfolio—not the degree—that lands the job.
AIGA & Google Design Census 2019
Assistant Director, Netflix Production (Reddit AMA)
Hiring Manager at Gensler
Hiring Producer, BBC Studios
InVision Product Design Hiring Report
Hiring Manager, Vogue Talent Contest
Principal Designer at Yabu Pushelberg
Designer at Alexander McQueen
Interior Design Magazine, Hiring Trends
Senior Designer, Pentagram
Production Manager, A24 Films
InVision Design Hiring Report
Want to know more about our programs, tuition, start dates, or flexible admissions options? Fill out the form and we’ll send you a personalized info pack—no pressure, just the facts.
