📖Introduction

At the University of Alberta, University of the Arts, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a wide array of artistic disciplines, including fine arts, media arts, and design. The curriculum is designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and technical expertise. What sets this university apart is its commitment to hands-on learning and studio-based education, where students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with accomplished faculty who are practitioners in their respective fields. Graduates from this institution often go on to become influential artists, designers, and creative professionals, making a significant impact on the cultural landscape. The University of Alberta, University of the Arts, stands as a testament to the transformative power of education in the arts, shaping the next generation of visionaries and innovators.

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📚About the Program

Media Arts students explore expression through devices and technologies such as sensors, circuits, mechanical devices, video, film, sound, performance art, and multimedia. As you learn to use these technologies in the service of your developing artistic vision, you can choose to focus on time-based art or on interactivity. Show less
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🏫About Alberta University of the Arts

Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) distinguishes itself by providing a comprehensive range of programs encompassing fine arts, design, media arts, and crafts. The university's commitment to hands-on, studio-based learning sets it apart, allowing students to engage deeply with their chosen disciplines and develop both technical skills and creative thinking. With a faculty of accomplished practitioners and access to cutting-edge facilities, AUArts creates an inspiring environment where aspiring artists and designers can flourish. The university's graduates contribute significantly to the art and design landscape, showcasing the institution's enduring impact on the cultural and creative industries.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

606 RMB

Tuition fee:

19,273 CAD per year

77,092 CAD in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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