Art Fundamentals

Program Description

In the AFD program you’ll gain a strong foundation in the fundamentals of traditional arts. You’ll study creative visual and communication skills with subjects that include drawing, illustration, design, colour theory, photography and art history. Most importantly, you’ll grow and improve as an artist, expanding your knowledge and appreciation of the arts with each day. Our strong, hands-on curriculum was created and continues to be taught by working artists. During the course of the program, you’ll benefit from general education subjects, which will provide you with the opportunity to explore different areas of the liberal arts.

AFD is ideal for students who wish to apply their artistic skills to a wide variety of disciplines. It’s also well suited for professionals currently employed in media and communication industries who would like to improve or update their skills.

Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to apply to other art programs. Advanced standings should be confirmed with the program and institution of your choice.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the College Preparation (C), University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)

Desirable:

• Grade 12 Art
• Basic computer skills including Windows or Macintosh operating systems, word processing software (preferably Microsoft Word) and spreadsheet software (preferably Excel)

Applicant Selection:

• In the event of oversubscription, applicant selection may be a two-step process. In Step 1, academic achievement (i.e. grades in pre-requisite subjects and/or scores in English and Reading Comprehension tests) may be used to select applicants who are eligible for Step 2. The second step will require attendance at an orientation session and the completion of program-related assignments. Applicants who are unsuccessful in Step 1 will be notified by mail, and will not be included in Step 2 of the selection process.

The Importance of Learning Skills:
Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.

Your Career

The Communication Arts industry is fuelled by art. Animators, multi-media artists and graphic designers all channel their strong art foundations in different ways. The Art Fundamentals certificate program provides you with this foundation in art. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to succeed in further post-secondary education in a variety of communication arts and traditional arts-based programs.

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following post-secondary institution(s):

Toronto

Curriculum

Currently under review:

*AFD191 and AFD292 are 7-week subjects.

Graduating from the Arts Fundamentals program is not a guarantee of acceptance into any other school of Creative Arts and Animation diploma programs.

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