Foundation Visual Arts

In this program, you learn a solid technical grounding and understanding of the conceptual framework of visual art is learned through a hands-on project-based curriculum. Visual literacy and problem-solving skills are emphasized through courses in drawing, design, colour study and the creative process. You explore a variety of the College’s studios: Ceramics, Digital Media, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Jewellery/Metal Arts, Photography and Textile Design. You create an individual portfolio that documents your course work and professional development. This enables you as a graduate to continue in the diploma programs at our College or at other leading institutions in Canada and beyond.

By the end of this program, you will have demonstrated the ability to integrate concepts and principles of art, craft and design through the creation of personal work.

Duration
The Foundation Visual Arts (FVA) Certificate is a 1-year program that offers you a wide-ranging overview of the practice, theory and history of the visual arts and is achieved over 2 semesters of study from September to April.

Interested in finding out more?
Contact: The Registrar’s Office, toll free, 1-877-400-1107 or email nbccdrecruiting@gnb.ca

Areas of Study

- Skill Development (Fine Craft, Applied Design and Visual Arts Practice)
- Elements and Principles of Design
- Creative Process and Visual Problem Solving
- Drawing From Observation
- Historical Trends and Contemporary Theory
- English Language Skills
- Basic Business Practices and Digital Photography

Course List

Fall 1

2D Design
Drawing from Observation
Colour Study
Visual Culture: Prehistory to 1600
Writing for Visual Artists
Students Take Studio Orientation and Select 2 other Media:
- Media Explorations: Ceramics
- Media Explorations: Digital Media
- Media Explorations: Fashion Design
- Studio Orientation
- Media Explorations: Graphic Design
- Media Explorations: Jewellery/Metal Arts
- Media Explorations: Photography
- Media Explorations: Textile Design

Winter 1

3D Design
Drawing From Observation: Form and Expression
Creative Process and Social Engagement
Visual Culture: 1600 to the Present
Business and the Visual Arts
Students Select a Different 2
- Media Explorations: Ceramics
- Media Explorations: Digital Media
- Media Explorations: Fashion Design
- Media Explorations: Graphic Design
- Media Explorations: Jewellery/Metal Arts
- Media Explorations: Photography
- Media Explorations: Textile Design

Career Possibilities

The Certificate in Foundation Visual Arts provides foundational knowledge in design and visual art vocabulary, dexterity, critical thinking and visual problem-solving skills. These skills are culminated in the production of a personal portfolio. A portfolio is used to apply for grants, scholarships and for further study in 1 of NBCCD’s diverse diploma programs or other visual art institutions.

Admission Requirements

$50 Application Fee CAD (1)
An official Transcript of Marks indicating 1 of the following:
- High school diploma (2)
- GED
- Adult High School Diploma
- Equivalent experience will be considered (3)

Review of the above may lead to a personal interview

(1) The $50 non-refundable application fee applies to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents, and is subject to change without notice. International applicants pay a $100 Canadian application fee. See International Students for more information.

(2) If your official public high-school transcript indicates a modified level in English and/or Mathematics, your application will require additional evaluation.* (see below)

(3) Equivalencies to all academic admission requirements are evaluated through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).

In addition:

You must meet our English language proficiency requirement.
We accept a Grade 11 or 12 interim transcript until your final official Grade 12 Transcript of Marks is available.
Applicants Requiring Additional Evaluation*
- Mature Applicant: If you are at least 21 years of age and do not meet the academic requirements but are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, you may be assessed as a Mature Applicant. Mature Applicants may be required to show through an interview that they posses the potential to proceed with their studies.
- Non-Public: If you have been educated in a context other than a public school environment, have not taken standardized tests and do not have transcripts that have been validated by a government recognized educational authority, you will be assessed through our College Counsellor. (not sure if this is still happening)

Special Admissions: If you have a High School Transcript of Marks indicating modified English and/or Mathematics, you will be assessed through our College Counsellor. (not sure if this is still happening)

Instructors & Technicians

Instructors

Denise Richard, Coordinating Instructor
Greg Charlton
Lorraine Hodgins
Linda Kelly
Marcus Kingston
Jennifer Lee
Rachel MacGillivray
Jean Rooney
Janice Wright-Cheney
Drew Kennickell
Karen Ruet
Scott McAllister
Sarah Rennick
Phil Cockayne
Matt Watkins
Marc Landry
Jillian Acreman
Jared Peters
Gillian Dykeman
Maegan Black
Brandon Mitchell

Media Exploration Instructors

David Miller
Drew Gilbert
Jackie Bourque
Jamie Bergin
Katherine Bosnitch
Kristyn Cooper
Elizabeth Demerson
Lorraine Hodgins
Peter Thomas

Technician

Chase Plourde

Apply Now

Go to the Admission Requirements to start the application process. This page will also provide more details and info on where to mail your transcript of marks, cash, cheques and/or money order.