Design Foundation
Ontario College Certificate
Program Code: 09151
Campus: North
Length: 2 semesters
Humber’s Design Foundation certificate program provides you with the skills to focus your creativity as you begin your education in design.
If you have a clear interest in visual art and design, but want to upgrade or build your portfolio of work, or explore various design disciplines while considering your future career, then this is the program for you. With a deep scope of experience in a variety of design facets, our faculty provides you with an industry-current perspective of your work while offering you a broad based preparatory design education. You will develop design skills, techniques and processes, and learn about various professional career choices while developing and refining a comprehensive portfolio.
Your training is led by professional designers from a variety of disciplines in a curriculum that features courses in:
- 1, 2 and 3-Point perspective drawing
- 2D and 3D principles
- colour theory
- design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and AutoCAD
- graphic design
- industrial design
- interior design
- web design
Courses
No courses available
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
- Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above
or
or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
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.
Degrees
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.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
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.
Degrees
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.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
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.
Degrees
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.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
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.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Digital Camera
Students must have a digital camera during the program; a smart phone camera works well.
Fees
The 2022/2023 fee for two semesters is:
- domestic: $3,951.03
- international: $16,394.00
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $190.97 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,071.00 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $1,880.03 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $7,477.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $190.97 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,197.00 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $7,668.38 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $340.39 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $104.23 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,197.00 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
| Processor | Intel i7 (Quad Core) | Intel i7 (Quad Core) |
| Memory | Minimum 16GB of RAM | |
| Storage | Minimum 250GB storage space (SSD) preferable | |
| Network | Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac | Built-in Ethernet port (strongly recommended), Long battery life (strongly recommended) |
| Video | Minimum 4GB video RAM/Minimum 24 bit colour (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) | Recommended but not required for LAND and CIVL |
| Display | 1280x1024 video display resolution (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) | Recommended but not required for LAND and CIVL |
| Other | Dedicated graphics card - GTX 1050, 1550, 2060 or higher needed for rendering purposes (DGAS, DEC, ARC, SNRG, INTD, IDSN) |
Additional Costs
$650 for various course materials and equipment
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
David Vazquez-Abrams, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
416.675.6622 ext. 4115
david.vazquez-abrams@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: April 16, 2024