Ontario College Certificate
Program Code: 04691
Campus: Lakeshore
Length: 2 semesters
Humber’s Art Foundation certificate program offers you the opportunity to investigate different areas of artistic media and develop portfolios for entry into further study. Expand your horizons with comprehensive training in the basics of current visual arts exploration within a diverse studio environment. Discover your strengths and creative options, and your future in the world of art.
This program integrates visual art skills across several media and is designed to encourage you to explore a wide range of techniques and concepts. You will work closely with experienced faculty from a variety of creative industries developing innovative approaches and building your strengths through a variety of painting, drawing, photography, digital design, video, animation and fine art classes as you gain valuable insights into the art world. In just two semesters, you will gain a thorough understanding of many artistic disciplines and build well-developed visual literacy and creative skills. You will apply your acquired skills to create a portfolio that will support your personal work and/or prepare you to pursue related programs at Humber and beyond.
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
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An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:
Fees are subject to change.
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $565.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $2,557.62 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $1,351.41 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $1,992.62 |
Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,977.79 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $565.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $9,184.00 |
Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
Tuition | $7,977.79 |
Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
Total | $8,619.00 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
Processor | Laptop - Intel i5 (Quad 4) | Laptop - Intel i7 (Quad 4 or higher) |
OS | Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) or Mac OS |
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Memory | 16GB RAM | |
Storage | Hard drive 250GB | SSD (Solid State Drive) preferable |
Other | Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, Premier Pro), Art Supplies - Cole Swanson working with supplier to see if a kit can be created for purchase |
$650 - supplies (for two semesters).
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Marc Colangelo, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design
416.675.6622 ext. 3505
marc.colangelo@humber.ca
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: December 8, 2024