University of Lethbridge
4401 University Drive, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
(403) 329-2200
www.uleth.ca/finearts/art
Undergrad program application deadline: Jun 01, 2012
Graduate program application deadline: Feb 01, 2013
PROGRAMS
The University of Lethbridge offers Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art) degrees with majors in Art Studio and Art History/Museum Studies as well as a Master of Fine Arts (Art).
Taught by active, contemporary artists and scholars, the programs offer intensive instruction in art study and provide the opportunity for students to engage in critical, theoretical and historical dialogue related to material practice and art history.
BFA (Art Studio)
You explore all areas of traditional and emerging art media - painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, computer-based art, audio art, video, installation, performance art, and digital and analog photography. As a third and fourth year student you get your own studio space. In advanced and senior studio courses you choose your professor - someone you want to work with and mentor you.
BFA (Art History/Museum Studies)
This is the only degree program in Canada to combine history and theory with extensive hands-on experience at the undergraduate level. As part of your program, you intern at the outstanding University of Lethbridge Art Gallery as well as local public galleries and museums to gain valuable experience.
MFA (Art)
Our MFA (Art) degree program offers the opportunity to pursue an advanced degree with faculty who are practicing artists and experts in the field, providing an environment grounded in a traditional fine arts education, while encouraging you to study broadly in the arts and to find your own creative voice. Spirited experimentation with artistic techniques, on a foundation of theory and critical thought, and the application of new technology are important and integral parts of the Faculty of Fine Arts. You can concentrate in one or more artistic disciplines or cross disciplinary lines, build a program of individual study, and synthesize your work into a personalized artistic expression.
U of L Art Collection
Learn from the originals using the University of Lethbridge's impressive art collection, which spans the 19th through 21st century with works from Europe, Asia, and North America.
Additional Learning Opportunities
- Gain professional experience by participating in the annual curated exhibition of student art.
- Meet more than 50 national and international artists, architects, curators, and designers who speak on campus every year.
- Participate in a vibrant and growing arts community including the Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG), Allied Arts Council, U of L Penny Building Gallery, artists cooperatives, and more.
BFA (Art) with Minors in Management
By taking five classes as part of your BFA (Art) degree you can earn one of the following Faculty of Management minors: Marketing, International Management, General Management, Information Systems, First Nations Governance, and Social Responsibility.
ADMISSION + PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
To make your life easy we've set out a step by step process, which includes deadlines and everything you need to know to apply to the university and get all your documents together.
Step-by-step Admission Process
Portfolio Information
If you are interested in majoring in the Art History/Museum Studies there is no portfolio requirement. All applicants to the BFA Art Studio must submit a portfolio by June 15 for fall semester, December 15 for spring semester. Details on portfolio requirements are listed in the step-by-step admission process document. For guidance contact the Admission and Portfolio Advisor.
Tip: Don’t wait until the deadline – the earlier you apply, submit all documents, and portfolio, the sooner you'll know whether you are accepted. Your application cannot be processed by the Registrar’s Office until your portfolio, if necessary, is received.
Help is Here!
Sometimes having a real person to talk to just works best. Just give Nicole a call or email, she'll get right back to you.
Nicole Hembroff, Admission and Portfolio Advisor
Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lethbridge
Office: W670 (University Centre for the Arts)
Phone: (403) 380-1864
Fax: (403) 382-7127
Email: finearts.admissions@uleth.ca
FINANCE, TUITION, SCHOLARSHIPS AND LOANS
Tuition
Scholarships
A wide range of scholarships and bursaries are available for new and continuing students.
Be sure to apply early.
Student Loans
There are a variety of options to finance your education from government loans and grants to personal student loans from banks. There are different options depending on your financial need, where you live and more so be sure to research all of your options.
FACILITIES AND RESOURCES
Creative Spaces
Our spacious and well-equipped studio facilities permit students to undertake ambitious material projects in an environment of expert technical support, creative guidance and critical dialogue. We have:
• Skilled technical support staff
• Modern wood shop, with SawStop table saw, Laguna Band saws, Makita Miter saw, General Jointer, and numerous other tools
• Spacious general shop areas
• Metal shop with foundry, forge, MIG and stick welder, plasma cutter, and benders
• Ceramics workshop with gas and electric kilns, slip casting, pottery wheels, and hand building equipment
• Studio classroom with 24-foot ceilings dedicated to drawing, painting and visual foundations
• 8' x 10' individual studio spaces for senior students
• Printmaking studios with intaglio, lithography and woodblock equipment
• Sewing room
• Media lab with Mac computers, Epson Stylus Pro 7800 printer, video, audio (surround sound), digital photo and graphics capability
• Media classroom with networked computers, professional video, audio and design software
• Photography lab with full wet darkroom, regular and mural-format enlargers, and work area
• Digital photography lab
• Extensive 24-hour loan equipment including LCD data projectors, video monitors, digital video and still cameras, lighting kits, tripods, digital audio recording equipment, medium format, 4 x 5, and 35 mm cameras, and a sewing machine
• Slide library and DVD collection
FACULTY & ALUMNI
Find out more about faculty research and creative activities at staff directory.
HOUSING FACILITIES
There are many options for students to live right on campus, from dormitory residences, to single and family apartment style housing. If you are interested in living on-campus, apply right-away – the advance deposit of $100 is refundable if refused admission or you cancel your application in writing prior to an offer being sent out. (If a room is offered and rejected the payment will be forfeited – for complete cancellation policy check the website.)
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