Visual Arts
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No longer accepting program applications – courses continue to be offered
Students currently enrolled in the programs will be able to continue their studies and should plan to meet their program requirements by June 30, 2023.
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Visual Arts individual courses are not affected by these changes and will continue to be offered to anyone who wants to hone their art skills or learn new techniques. Click on the course names below to enrol or to learn more about our offerings—and look for new and exciting art classes coming soon!
Give your art practice the dedication it deserves by expanding your knowledge and exploring new skills with our Visual Arts course collection.
Geared at beginners and casual artists of all levels, our diverse portfolio of courses will present you with new and exciting ways of engaging with your art. Explore fundamental concepts in traditional areas such as drawing, painting, design, and history as you receive feedback and practice under the guidance of professional artists.

I learned a lot about different techniques. Getting advice and feedback from the instructors was very helpful, and I liked the sense of community I got from interacting with other students, seeing what they were doing, and learning from them.
Visual Arts student
The instructors were very knowledgeable. I learned a lot from them.
Visual Arts student


This was a wonderful introduction to art. I would recommend it to anyone.
Develop your creative thinking and refine your individual mode of expression.
Gain insight into the history of art and find inspiration in pivotal art movements.
Explore different techniques and create a substantial body of work.
- Tuition is paid on a course-by-course basis as you register for your classes.
- Eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant.
Unless specified in the course description, art supplies and textbooks are not included in course fees. Costs range from $100 to $150 for introductory courses and up to $200 for advanced courses.
Bursaries and funding opportunities
Eligibility
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Apply by |
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Canada-Alberta Job Grant
Available for businesses in all sectors across Alberta |
Two-thirds of the training costs (up to 100% if hiring an unemployed Albertan) any time |
Canada Training Benefit
Residents of Canada, 25-65 years old, who have $10,000-150,000 in earnings for work. |
$250+ income tax return |
Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan
Whether you intend to work in the same field you trained in outside of Canada, or you wish to apply your transferable skills to a new career, this low-interest loan helps you cover the cost of education and related living expenses. |
Up to $15,000 loan N/A |
Alumni Professional Development Grant
Any graduate of the University of Alberta |
Up to $500 anually monthly deadline |
HRDF
Employed by the University of Alberta as Non-Academic Staff (NASA) |
$750 annually Dec / Mar / Jun / Sep |
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