Certificate in Fine Arts

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Canada, Abbotsford

Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 748 / per-semster

Next IntakeJanuary 1, 2027

Certificate in Fine Arts

About

The Fine Arts Certificate is a self-contained program that allows students to continue to the Fine Arts Diploma Program, the BFA Visual Arts Degree, or to apply to other art schools or universities. The credits may also be applied and used to build portfolios for other KPU programs such as Foundations of Design, Graphic Design for Marketing, Interior Design or Fashion Design.

The Fine Arts Certificate is a foundation year program of related courses concerned with the fundamentals of visual art and visual communication. Like all Fine Arts programs, it can be taken on either a full-time or part-time basis. It provides a period of study, exploration and intense development of ideas and techniques.

If there are any general questions or concerns, please contact the Chair of Fine Arts for assistance ([email protected]).

Further Study

If you think you would like to progress from a Certificate into the Diploma program, please plan your program of studies to reflect the first 30 credits of the Fine Arts Diploma.

If you think you would like to progress from a Certificate into the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, please consider taking some of the required courses for the BFA in Visual Arts, such as ARTH 1120, ARTH 1121, ARTH 2122 or ARTH 2222, as well as FINA 1167, FINA 1175, and FINA 2147. Please contact an Arts Degree Advisor to help you plan your BFA degree.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

High School: A graduate of a BC secondary school or an equivalent school system. (Note: Proof of June graduation must be received in order to be eligible for Fall admission. High school students graduating in August are eligible for Spring admission. High school students graduating in January are eligible for Summer admission.)

English Requirements

PTEMin 61
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 88

Fee Information

Application Fee 120

How to Apply

Step 1: Apply to KPU

All details on the KPU admissions process and entrance requirements can be found here: Admissions

Apply to KPU online at: kpu.ca/apply

Step 2: Prepare Your Portfolio Package

Once you have completed your application, you will receive instructions on how to submit your Portfolio and other required documents through an online submission platform called Slideroom. (Please be aware there is a supplemental fee and data privacy consent required when creating a SlideRoom profile.) This portfolio presents your potential to work in the field of interior design so you are encouraged to show a variety of work.

To help you create the most effective portfolio possible, we offer workshops, feedback sessions and open houses. Click here for more information on dates to come.

For portfolio requirements and process, click here.

Step 3: Attend Interview (online)

Eligible applicants who have met the application, documentation, and portfolio submission requirements will be contacted for an interview.

During the interview process, candidates may be asked to complete a drawing exercise and may be asked to explain a portfolio piece.

Step 4: You'll be notified of our decision

View the results of your application status on your Online Self-Service checklist. Application decisions are updated regularly by KPU Admissions.

Please note that only once all entrance requirements and documentation submissions have been completed, will your application status be updated. Therefore, it is in your best interest to complete your application checklist as soon as possible so that you don't lose your seat.

Your application decision will be one of the following:

Offered admission to the Interior Design program, or
Waitlisted for entry to the Interior Design program, or
Not accepted into the Interior Design program at this time. If you are not accepted into the Interior Design program, you are encouraged to develop your knowledge, skills, and portfolio and reapply.

Step 5: Pay your deposit

If you are sent an offer to our program, reserve your seat by paying a deposit by the specified deadline. Details will be provided in your offer package from the Admissions Office.

Step 6: Register for classes

Admitted students who have paid the confirmation deposit will receive registration instructions.

Certificate in Fine Arts

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Canada, Abbotsford