Studio Arts Diploma

selkirk.ca/ksa

Course of Studies

Upon successful completion of a 10-month Studio Arts Certificate program in either Textiles or Sculptural
Metal pursue a diploma in Studio Arts with a major in your chosen discipline.

Enroll in KSA 290 - Directed Studies, then choose a minimum of 6 credits from below. Other courses
may be considered eligible for completion of the diploma but must be assessed by the School Chair and
Registrar’s office. Students are advised to contact the School Chair to discuss course selection below.

Course
KSA 290
Total

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Self Directed Studio I
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SEMESTER 3 ELECTIVES

Course
DA 110
DA 103
DA 103
DA 103
DA 131
DA 111
DA 111
CWRT 100
HIST 104
HIST 106
WS 100
PEAC 100
ENGL 110

Name

Introduction to Photoshop

Art History

History of Design as Information

From Motion Pictures to Digital Cinema
HTML, CSS & the Foundations of Web
Introduction to Digital Art and Design Fundamentals
Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
Studies in Writing I

Canada Before Confederation

Western Civilization I

Women's Studies I

Peace Studies I

College Composition

SEMESTER 4 ELECTIVES

Course

ADMN 181

DA 141
DA 141
DA 112
DA 113
DA 266
HIST 105
HIST 107
ENGL 111
DA 113

Name

Marketing

3D Modeling

3D Modeling and Rendering
Photoshop Projects
Intermediate Art and Design
The Art of Making
Contemporary Canada
Western Civilization IT
Introduction to Literature

Intermediate Art and Design

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LENGTH OF STUDY:
Two years

ACCREDITATION:
Diploma

CAMPUS:
Victoria Street Campus, Nelson

Program Summary

This is an opportunity to explore and hone your
design and technical abilities through a self-directed
learning experience in an inspiring rural setting.

This program is ideal for individuals who are
motivated, inspired and studio-focused with the
intention of building a career as an artisan/maker.
You can major in Jewelry, Textiles, Ceramics or
Sculptural Metal and round out your creative skills
with course offerings in academic, digital media and
self-directed studio practice.

On completion of the Studio Arts Diploma program
transfer opportunities are available for those who
wish to pursue further post-secondary studies.

— Course offerings designed to complement hands-
on studio time include:3d Modeling and Rendering

— Art History

— HTML, CSS and the Foundations of Web
— Introduction to Digital Photography

— Marketing

— Peace Studies

— Portfolio and Presentation

— Studies in Writing

— Women's Studies

Admission Requirements

Admission to Kootenay Studio Arts programming
(KSA) is by interview, online questionnaire and
portfolio review.

QUESTIONNAIRE

All applicants must complete and submit the
following questionnaire at least one week prior to
their scheduled interview date. The questionnaire
helps us to understand the applicant’s interest
and commitment to the studio program. Submit
the questionnaire using the Kootenay Studio

Arts online form at http://selkirk.ca/program/
studio-arts-diploma/admission-requirements

selkirk.ca/programs