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6 Arts Diploma Programs in Canada


Portage College
Indigenous Arts Diploma
- Lac la Biche, Canada
Diploma
Full time
10 months
On-Campus
English
The Indigenous Arts Diploma is a two-year program that focuses on developing the skills and knowledge to be a self-employed artist. In the first year of the program, students will complete the Indigenous Arts Certificate, which covers core Indigenous art forms and introductory-level study in various other fine arts and craft media.


College Montmorency
VISUAL ARTS
- Laval, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
French
The program allows for the pursuit of university studies, particularly in the fields of arts, design, communication, and educational sciences. It also gives access to any other university program that does not require specific prerequisites, for example in the field of human and social sciences.
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Selkirk College
Diploma of Digital Arts
- Castlegar, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
English
Get the skills you need to take your work from the creative design process and conception to the presentation of your finished product. Launch your career in the fast-paced digital media industry. Our Digital Arts program helps you work in graphic design, illustration, animation, visual and special effects, web design, and interactive application development.


Langara College
Diploma in Arts and Science (Commerce)
- Vancouver, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
The Diploma in Arts and Science (Commerce) Program provides courses needed for equivalency to pre-Commerce and first-year Commerce. The diploma program in place at Langara College is geared more specifically to UBC, but if space is available and with some amendments, this program also facilitates transfer to SFU and UVic.


Langara College
Diploma in Arts and Science (General)
- Vancouver, Canada
Diploma
On-Campus
Interested in a wide range of academic disciplines? The Arts & Science program gives you wide-open options for completing a two-year diploma. Design your own curriculum and explore a range of subject areas to increase your knowledge in everything from literature to microbiology, all while earning credits towards your designation of choice.


Herzing College
2D Animation Program
- Toronto, Canada
Diploma
Distance Learning
English
Learn Ottawa’s most in-demand animation skills and software. Work on animation projects in a real studio environment and graduate with a professional demo reel. Start your career in just 12 months. Herzing College offers the most accelerated, hands-on 2D animation training in Ottawa. Our students are fully prepared for a professional studio environment, straight after graduation.
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Studying for an Arts diploma in Canada offers a distinctive chance to express creativity while building practical skills. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing you to engage deeply with various art forms and social concepts, which heightens your adaptability and critical thinking.
In these programs, you'll explore areas like visual arts, graphic design, or performing arts. Courses may cover crafting compelling narratives in writing, developing design concepts, or mastering artistic techniques in various media. These experiences foster independence and encourage you to develop a personal style while learning industry-relevant skills that can open doors in diverse creative sectors.
Canada’s educational system supports project-based learning, enabling you to collaborate on real-world projects that enhance your portfolio. Additionally, diploma holders often find opportunities in creative industries, education, and cultural organizations across the globe. This exposure not only prepares you for local career paths but also equips you with universally valued skills sought by employers everywhere.