The Vancouver College of Art & Design's graphic design program trains students with a combination of traditional composition techniques, such as drawing, color theory and typography, and the latest in computer graphic design software and technology. VCAD's five-term program includes such courses as digital photography, electronic design, dynamic media, package design and advertising design. Program graduates have gone on to successful careers in advertising, marketing and print media.
Vancouver College of Art & Design
1111 Melville Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 3V6, Canada
866-378-2411
vcad-bc.com
The Ontario College of Art & Design's graphic design degree program allows students to choose from studio courses in interactive communication, motion graphics, branding and editorial design. The program includes a variety of guest lecturer symposiums focused on the business and entrepreneurship skills necessary for a successful graphic design career. The four-year program culminates in a year-long project focused solely on individual student interests.
Ontario College of Art & Design
100 McCaul Street
Toronto, ON M5T 1W1, Canada
416-977-6000
ocad.ca
The Alberta College of Art & Design's extensive visual communications design program encompasses graphic design, advertising and illustration. Along with a comprehensive traditional arts-training regimen, the program places particular emphasis on strategic problem-solving methods and critical thinking skills. Students are geared with tackling complex visual problems through the use of representational, analytical and observational design skills. Program graduates have gone on to such fields as action figure design, animation, game design and graphic novel production.
Alberta College of Art & Design
1407 14 Avenue Northwest
Calgary, AB T2N 4R3, Canada
403-284-7600
acad.ab.ca