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 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Visual Studies
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SchoolUniversity of Calgary - Department of Art and Art History
LocationCalgary, AB, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 189
Full-time Graduate: 17
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*75%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes
  • English Language Arts 30-1
  • 3 approved courses
  • An approved course or option

Only one of Art, Dance, Drama or Music can be used in calculating the admission average

Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) courses or previously completed SAT2 subject tests are accepted.

Cost
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DescriptionAspiring to a career as a practicing professional artist? Our Visual Studies program offers you a focused studio experience. We are here to support your artistic and intellectual development.

As a Visual Studies graduate, you'll be prepared for career opportunities in areas such as the non-profit sector, public museums and private art galleries, commercial photography or design, art gallery assistant or technician and interior design. A Visual Studies degree can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies in visual art or another professional degree such as architecture, design, art therapy, or education.
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