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BA/BS in Fine Arts

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BA/BS in Fine Arts is a bachelor's degree in Visual Arts programme taught at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 27,010 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Visual Arts
International tuition: CAD 27,010 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Fine Arts is an undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo, offered as Regular or Co-op. Students choose between two majors: Studio Practice, covering disciplines such as ceramics, painting, print media, photography and technologies including 3D printing, digital imagery and DSLR filmmaking; and Visual Culture, focused on art history and theory. The program offers more than 80 Fine Arts courses, with studio classes capped at 25 students, access to campus art galleries, and international exchange opportunities with more than 75 partner universities. The Co-op option adds paid work terms starting in second year. Graduates pursue careers as practicing artists, designers, curators, arts educators and in related creative and cultural sectors.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including any Grade 12 U English with a minimum final grade of 70%. Admission average: high 70s (Co-op and Regular).

About University of Waterloo

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1957
Students: 41,000
QS rank: #113 =
Programs: 297
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Fine Arts award?

University of Waterloo awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Visual Arts on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in Fine Arts cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 27,010 per semester.

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