



Chances are you are someone who likes to create, dream, and challenge – someone who wants a future that is full of possibilities and a bit out of the ordinary. A future built on creative thinking. You’ve come to the right place; our diverse programs in both art and design allow you to explore, experiment and grow as a creative thinker.
Ready to get your hands dirty? ACAD degree programs are studio-based and hands-on. ACAD students excel in our studios; exploring diverse media and applying new techniques while immersing themselves in the practice and culture of art and design.
ACAD offers a range of programs sure to inspire, challenge and stimulate your creative senses. We'll ensure you get the skills necessary to succeed in whatever industry or vocation you chose. Whether your talents lie in the realm of fine art or design, or whether you want to come full-time or part-time, there is a program for you at ACAD.
What does it mean to study to be an artist? A designer? At ACAD, students create their own program of study from over 400 courses offered in 11 program areas. Our diverse, hands-on programs allow you to explore, experiment and grow as a creative thinker. Start with First Year Studies, and from there, the choice is yours.
Chances are you are someone who likes to create, dream, and challenge – someone who wants a future that is full of possibilities and a bit out of the ordinary. A future built on creative thinking. You’ve come to the right place; our diverse, hands-on programs in both art and design allow you to explore, experiment and grow as a creative thinker. Start with First Year Studies, and from there, the choice is yours.
ACAD offers a full-range of programs sure to inspire, challenge and stimulate your creative senses. We'll ensure you get the skills necessary to succeed in whatever industry or vocation you chose to pursue. Whether your talents lie in the realm of fine art or design, or whether you want to come full-time, part-time or on extended study, there is a program for you at ACAD.
Photography and Visual Communications Design majors prepare students for successful careers as professionals in the discipline, practice and culture of photography and design. An outstanding track record of alumni from both majors has established a reputation of excellence that continues to create opportunities for graduates in the international arena. What is a Bachelor of Design degree, and what does it mean for our students?
The BFA program at the Alberta College of Art + Design is one of Canada’s most prestigious studio-based fine art programs. Graduates from the program create successful and fulfilling careers in Canada and throughout the world as fine artists, scholars, cultural workers, inventors, innovators and entrepreneurs. What programs did they start with, and what did they study?