The Art Institute of Vancouver provides a variety of graphic design programs for southern British Columbia. Students may pursue a diploma or a Bachelor of Applied Design degree in graphic design, as well as a diploma in the basics of graphic design. Further, students may choose to study advanced graphic design. Art Institutes students have the option of living in Institute-sponsored housing, the cost of which can be rolled into a student's tuition and fees.
The Art Institute of Vancouver
3264 Beta Avenue
Burnaby, Vancouver, BC
V5G 4K4 Canada
604-298-5400
artinstitutes.edu
Niagra College Canada offers three different graphic design programs, ranging in length from one year to three years. Pre-media and design acts as a survey course, introducing students to the field of media and design, including web design and photography. The art and design fundamentals program requires one year to complete and covers areas, such as typography, art history, illustration studios, two- and three-dimensional design techniques, digital image manipulation and the computer applications of design. The three year graphic design advanced diploma program allows students to gain more than 1,800 hours of production and design experience.
Niagra has small class sizes, ensuring personal contact with professors. The computer labs offer iMac computers with 20-inch screens.
Niagra College Canada
Maid of the Mist Campus
5881 Dunn Street
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 2N9 Canada
905-374-7454
niagaracollege.ca?
Reeves College provides a computer graphic design diploma at a variety of locations in Alberta, including two in Calgary and one in Edmonton. The program begins by introducing students to key computer concepts, such as Internet security. Students learn key software for the trade, such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, page layout software and Dreamweaver. Additionally, students are trained in the proper use of HTML coding for their websites. However, the program teaches students more than just how to use computers. Courses also are given in graphic arts and layout. Finally, students are placed into positions outside of the academy to acquire real world job experience during their practicum.
Reeves College
200-206 7th Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0W7
Canada
800-670-4512
reevescollege.ca