Visual Arts Diploma
Thompson Rivers University, Canada
First Year Course Fee
USD 14,457
Course Accredited By
NA
New creative processes and art history are yours to discover through studio and theoretical courses in a variety of media. Explore current art practices in 2D and 3D media, with emphasis on drawing, painting, colour theory, printmaking, photography, 3D design, sculpture and ceramics while earning a certificate that can bridge to a Bachelor of Fine Arts.
- Expand your creative practice by exploring foundational and experimental techniques through our diverse set of second-year studio courses.
- Students in the Visual Arts at Thompson Rivers University can have the best of two worlds: courses can be counted toward a Diploma and toward a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Arts with a Minor in Visual Arts, or other university degrees at the same time. The Diploma allows students to sample a diverse selection of different media, such as drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture and multi-media to gain an introduction to contemporary art practices along with art history and theory. The Diploma is useful in a resume for job applications or entrance to academic programs that require some background theory and practice in visual arts.
- Fees based on (15 credits/5 courses)
Enrollment Cycles
- September 2023
Open admission
- Admission to Visual Arts Studio Certificate
- If you don’t meet the requirements, high school graduates can apply and be admitted to this program while upgrading at TRU.
- Mature students without a high school diploma (or equivalent) can work towards completing their BC High School Graduation Diploma while in this program through TRU courses.
- Students who do not qualify for mature student status can apply for the TRU University Preparation program to complete their BC High School Graduation Diploma.
- The Visual Art Diploma requires completion of a minimum of 60 credits in which 48 credits must be VISA courses
Required courses are:
- 6 credits of ENGL 1100, ENGL 1110 or 1120 or 1140 or 1210
- 6 credits of academic electives, 3 of the 6 credits maybe Art History or Theory
- 6 credits of first year Art History (VISA 1110/1120)
- 15 credits of first year VISA Foundation studio courses
- At least 21 credits of second-year VISA studio courses
- Tuition $448.65
- Fees $191.91
- Books and supplies
- Typically about $150 per course $150.00
- Total (CDN) $790.56