College of New Caledonia

British Columbia

Canada

Overview

The Fine Arts Certificate program at the College of New Caledonia is an intensive one-year program designed to equip students with foundational skills in fine arts. The curriculum covers a broad range of artistic disciplines, including painting, drawing, digital arts, photography, and sculpture, alongside a study of art history. The program emphasizes the development of creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and technical proficiency. It also integrates professional practices essential for artists, such as understanding copyright, contracts, grant writing, and portfolio development. A significant advantage of this program is the direct transfer pathway to the second year at Emily Carr University in Vancouver for students who maintain a 3.00 GPA or higher, thanks to an official block transfer agreement. Graduates also have the option to apply for second-year status in other post-secondary visual art programs across British Columbia.

Website

https://cnc.bc.ca/applying

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

55%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Scholarship

Scholarships

College of New Caledonia Endowment Scholarship for Applied Business Technology (CAD 350) - Full-time students enrolled in the Applied Business Technology program.; Quesnel Community Foundation Scholarships - Open to students in the Quesnel area pursuing post-secondary, vocational training, or continuing education.; General Scholarship Application - Fall - General application for scholarships and bursaries based on academic achievement or financial need. Applications open August 18, 2025.; General Scholarship Application - Winter - General application for scholarships and bursaries based on academic achievement or financial need. Applications open August 18, 2025.; General Scholarship Application - Spring - General application for scholarships and bursaries based on academic achievement or financial need. Applications open August 18, 2025.