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Bachelor of Fine Arts First Year Studies

Alberta University of the Arts

Alberta University of the Arts

www.auarts.ca

Dream. Study. Create. Repeat. Welcome to life at AUArts.

AUArts is where creativity thrives. It's a haven for makers, designers, and artists. A testing ground for a future shaped by your unique vision and drive. A place where just about anything is possible.

AUArts offers the following degree programs:

  • Bachelor of Design (BDes)
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
  • Masters of Fine Arts (MFA)

BDes students, studying visual communications design or photography, benefit from an extensive design-based curriculum developed to exceed design industry expectations.

Students engaged in the BFA degree program choose to focus their studies in 1 of 10 studio areas, and each student benefits from the interdisciplinary approach of a diverse variety of media, ideas and people interacting in one comprehensive space. BFA areas of study include: ceramics, drawing, fibre, glass, jewellery + metals, media arts, object design and fabrication, painting, print media and sculpture.

Students across both degrees can also pursue minors in animation and comics.

MFA in Craft Media is a collaborative, cross-disciplinary, studio-based program that gives you the freedom to explore possibilities, push limits, and reimagine your practice. The core of the program is practice-led autonomous research. Students may concentrate upon a specific discipline: Ceramics, Fibre, Glass or Jewellery + Metals, or they may augment their primary craft discipline to build an interdisciplinary or hybrid program of study. During the course of their study, students may initiate mentorships with faculty from AUArt's other program areas, such as Print Media, Drawing, Media Arts and Design. 

 

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1407 - 14 Avenue NW
Calgary, Alberta, T2N 4R3, Canada

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  • Program Type Bachelor's
  • Credential Type Degree
  • Length 4 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
Admission Requirements

Admission is competitive and is based on academic standing, demonstrated skills, and a commitment to undertake a rigorous program in visual arts, craft, or design. Admission decisions are based on an assessment of academic transcripts, a personal statement, and a creative portfolio. All applicants must satisfy the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements. For more detailed admission requirements for each program, visit https://www.auarts.ca.


Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2024/08/01 to 2025/07/31*.

  • Tuition $5,906.00 Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $2,462.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $1,850.00 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated August 30, 2024. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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