Humber Polytechnic

Art and Design Foundation

Humber Polytechnic

Faculty:Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Art/Art Studies, General
Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,052
International: $18,086

Fees are subject to change.



Scholarships:6
Careers:Artisans and CraftspersonsImage, Social and Other Personal Consultants

Description:

Do you love to draw, paint, take photos or create Instagram reels? Do you want to use your creative skills every day but unsure where to start? Humber’s Art and Design Foundation certificate may be for you! 

Art and Design Foundation has a comprehensive, diverse curriculum where you learn through an interdisciplinary approach. You will work with both traditional visual media and emerging technology, and take core courses in drawing, digital communications, colour theory and painting, and 2D and 3D Design. Rounding out your first semester is a unique core course on visual literacy and portfolio development. This course, focusing on portfolio development, will prepare you for future career and academic pursuits in creative and applied arts disciplines. 

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
    • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
    • Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above

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    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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