Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts

Visual Arts students will learn to: Communicate visually through various media including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and ceramics; Develop studio skills through practical applications; Interpret the world, cultures, and daily life through a creative lens; Critically analyze visual culture. Visual Arts programs also include the study of art history and art theory, professional development, and outreach opportunities with local art galleries and creative organizations. The Department of Visual Arts hosts an annual Juried Student Art Exhibition to celebrate the high quality of student art produced as part of the programs. The four-year Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is the most comprehensive program in Visual Arts. It combines a variety of courses in studio training, art history, theory and professional development. Students will be prepared for a broad range of career paths in art. Upon completing the HBFA, students wishing to continue study are eligible to continue toward a Graduate degree, or to apply to the two-year consecutive Bachelor of Education program for teaching certification.