Fine Arts Diploma
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Overview
You'll learn:
- To build critical applied and theoretical skills across traditional, interdisciplinary and digital arts
- The fundamentals of materials, theory and exhibition in contemporary visual culture
- To develop creative and critical thinking along with hands-on techniques for artistic expression
- Art history to explore the evolution of visual culture and challenge creative perspectives
Complete the diploma or use it as a stepping stone to a Bachelor’s degree through partnerships with Emily Carr, VIU, UVic and other institutions.
Requirements and courses
Careers
Our graduates can expect to find careers as painters, sculptors and other visual artists. Some may even want to pursue work as art instructors, curators, gallery managers or in creative industries such as design, media production and cultural programming.
$77,751*
Annual median estimated earnings for painters, sculptors and other visual artists and art teachers in BC.
Career profileCosts
Check the table below for estimated costs for the full program.
Curious about funding?
Financial support is available. Learn more about financial aid and awards.