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Diploma of Art and Design Foundation
- Toronto, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Full-time certificate programme in Art and Design Foundation at George Brown Polytechnic, Waterfront Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Art and Design Foundation. Apply concepts related to 1 year full-time certificate programme (duration on the page: 1 year (2 semester)) in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Further study (advanced diploma programmes in game art
- Graphic design or interaction design
- Honours bachelor programmes in digital experience design or brand design)
Curriculum
- 1 year full-time certificate programme (duration on the page: 1 year (2 semester)). Courses include Foundation Drawing I: Observational Drawing and Composition
- Foundation Design I: Form and Space
- Introduction to Photography
- Foundation Design II: Colour Theory and Practice
- Foundation Drawing II: Life Drawing and 3D Materials and Techniques.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent on programme pages)
- Usually Grade 12 English (C or U) and
- For some programmes
- Grade 11 or 12 Math or Science
- Selection-based programmes add an audition
- Interview or portfolio. English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 54 or equivalent
- Unless exempt.
- No minimum grade published
- Programme-specific prerequisite courses.
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary school graduation or equivalent (requirements vary by country and credential on the admissions page), Programme prerequisites such as Grade 12 English (C/U) and Grade 11 or 12 Math.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
- Duolingo 110 (min production 90)
- PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band)
- Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable)
- Audition Materials (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Certificate in Art and Design Foundation at George Brown Polytechnic. Apply through the George Brown international applicant system for an available program intake. Submit academic transcripts and English proficiency results together with any program-specific supporting material. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,395 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Waterfront Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Business, Creative Industries, and Culinary Arts |
| Department | Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
9 Mar 2026
ClosedProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 5 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,395 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band), Duolingo 110 (min production 90), PTE Academic 54 (min 50 each band), Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162).