Visual Art University of British Columbia

Overview

The Visual Art programme at the University of British Columbia offers an intensive, studio-focused environment designed for aspiring contemporary artists. Students engage in a rigorous academic curriculum that balances hands-on creative production with a comprehensive exploration of art history and critical theory. This degree provides a versatile foundation for those looking to influence the modern visual landscape through various artistic media.

Why Visual Art at the University of British Columbia?

Students benefit from learning within a world-renowned research university while maintaining the close-knit feel of a small, active cohort. The Audain Art Centre serves as a central hub, providing specialized learning labs and the AHVA Gallery for student exhibitions. Additionally, the UBC Printmedia Research Centre offers a high-tech environment where traditional printmaking processes meet modern digital-image generation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 49549 per year
• National fee: CAD 6079 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum encourages exploration across multiple media areas, including digital art, photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, and print media. Modules may include:

• Digital Media
• Approaches to Media
• Ideas as Practice
• Studio Practice
• Ways of Seeing: Visual Studies
• Digital Arts
• Painting
• Digital Photography
• Sculpture

Careers with Visual Art

Graduates are prepared for professional roles within the contemporary art world and beyond. The programme develops critical problem-solving skills highly valued in various creative industries. Alumni often find success in the following areas:

• Professional Mixed-media Artist
• Commercial or Fine Art Photographer
• Education and Gallery Instruction
• Architecture and Interior Design
• Curatorial Practice and Exhibition Management
• Library and Archival Studies