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Ontario College Certificate in Art and Design Foundation

At Humber Polytechnic

Location

Canada

Qualification

College Certificate

Fees

CAD18647

(2026)

Duration

2 Semester(s)

Next intake

13.09.2027

Entry Score

IELTS

Course info

Art and Design Foundation has a comprehensive, diverse curriculum where you learn through an interdisciplinary approach. You will work with both traditional visual media and emerging technology, and take core courses in drawing, digital communications, colour theory and painting, and 2D and 3D Design. Rounding out your first semester is a unique core course on visual literacy and portfolio development. This course, focusing on portfolio development, will prepare you for future career and academic pursuits in creative and applied arts disciplines. In your second semester, you can select elective courses to build your skills and prepare your portfolio. Students may choose from: Animation, Painting Studio, Photography, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design and Video Production. Upon successful completion of the Art and Design Foundation certificate (minimum 65% GPA), applicants interested in applying to the Photography diploma, Graphic Design advanced diploma, Interior Design degree or the Industrial Design degree will not have to submit a portfolio.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 2 Semester(s)

Fees: CAD18647

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2027	West Toronto

Entry requirements for Humber Polytechnic

Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

Academic

To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:

Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)

Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above

Mature student status

College or university transfer status

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Humber Polytechnic. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.