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.

SEMESTER 3
Course Name
DA 110 Introduction to Photoshop
DA 103 Art History
DA 103 History of Design as Information
DA 103 From Motion Pictures to Digital Cinema
DA 131 HTML, CSS & the Foundations of Web
DA 111 Introduction to Digital Art and Design Fundamentals
DA 111 Introduction to Adobe Illustrator

CWRT 100 = Studies in Writing I

HIST 104 Canada Before Confederation
HIST 106 Western Civilization I

WS 100 Women's Studies I

PEAC 100 Peace Studies I

ENGL 110 College Composition

SEMESTER
Course Name

KSA 290 Self Directed Studio I

SEMESTER 4
Course Name

ADMN 181 Marketing
DA 141 3D Modeling

DA 141 3D Modeling and Rendering
DA 112 Photoshop Projects
DA 113 Intermediate Art and Design

DA 266 The Art of Making

HIST 105 Contemporary Canada

HIST 107 Western Civilization IT

ENGL 111 = Introduction to Literature
DA 113 Intermediate Art and Design

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Studio Arts Diploma

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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
(KSA) programs are by interview, online
questionnaire and portfolio review.

QUESTIONNAIRE

All applicants must complete and submit the
online 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 selkirk.ca/ksa.

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