BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BFA in Visual Arts - Print Media in Vancouver Canada | Emily Carr University of Art and Design
Emily Carr University of Art and Design
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Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
18,776
(c. USD13,461.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Print media surrounds us and has shaped communication for centuries. This visual art form encompasses techniques like silkscreen printing, etching, lithography, relief printing, letterpress, bookbinding, digital printing, and risograph. With constant technological advancements, the field continues evolving into more creative and interdisciplinary directions. The Print Media program explores both historical traditions and contemporary innovations in the medium. Students experience a blend of practical studio courses and theoretical studies, building both technical skills and conceptual knowledge. Our specialized facilities allow you to experiment with various printmaking methods while developing your personal artistic voice.
As your skills progress, you'll examine print media's global impact across fine art, pop culture, mass communication, advertising, and activism. The program offers chances to research print history, participate in critical discussions, experiment with materials, analyze visual decisions, and collaborate on creative projects with fellow students.
Your learning journey combines structured classes, independent projects, exhibitions, and career guidance from accomplished artist-educators. By graduation, you'll have created a substantial portfolio to support your future artistic or professional endeavors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To meet our minimum requirements for admission to any of our undergraduate programs, you need to have graduated from grade 12 secondary school, have a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 (C+ or 67%), and have completed 5 grade 12 subjects from the selection of BC Ministry approved courses below (or their equivalents if you completed school internationally or in a province other than British Columbia):
English Studies 12 with a minimum grade of 'C'
Accepted Language Arts subjects
Two other grade 12 academic courses
Mathematics courses
Science
Social Studies
Languages
Two grade 12 elective courses
All elective courses must be grade 12 and can be Ministry Approved, Board Approved or locally developed.
Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies
Arts Education
International Baccalaureate (IB)
3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level subjects. A minimum requirement of 24 points is recommended to be considered for admission.
Other international applicants
Completion of the highest level of secondary education available in your home country, in a program leading directly to university entrance. You require at least a C+ (67) average in the five courses that most closely match the British Columbia requirements.
Accepted English Language Proficiency Tests
TOEFL - Minimum of 84 out of 120 total points including a minimum score in each of the four skills; Speaking 20/30, Reading 20/30, Writing 18/30, and Listening 20/30.
IELTS - Minimum band 6.5, with no component less than 6.0
Tuition
CAD
18,776