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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Design at NSCAD University

NSCAD University, Canada

Programme overview

30-credit generalist introduction to interdisciplinary design at the Fountain Campus, typically taken in fall and winter, and not specific to any one area of design.

Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

A mix of studio credits and liberal arts and science courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree is required; statement of intent (500 words), proof of English proficiency where English is a second language, transcripts and a portfolio of up to 20 images via SlideRoom. Starts only in September.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Visual Arts Certificate (declared discipline or general practice): Fall (September) and Winter (January) intakes. Visual Arts Certificate for Teachers: applications accepted on an ongoing basis; the programme can start in Fall (September), Winter (January) or Summer (May or July).

Visual Arts Certificate: Fall (September) intake deadline August 1; Winter (January) intake deadline October 1. Visual Arts Certificate for Teachers: ongoing applications.

Apply through the official page: https://nscad.slideroom.com/

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