FIRST-YEAR ART
OCAD University provides a student-centered learning environment in first year, where a common base of art theory and knowledge, skills and processes are acquired with an emphasis on concept development and investigation, rather than specialization. First year is a time for exploration and exposure to OCAD's large community of practicing artists and designers. In addition, students benefit from the diversity of talent and wide experience of our faculty. Contacts and friendships established in first year last throughout a student’s years of study at the university and often carry into their involvement with the professional world after graduation.
The first year of study in the Faculty of Art, combined with each student's developing creativity, commitment and passion for their practice, is important preparation for the advanced work and intense focus that students encounter in their second-, third- and fourth-years of study.
The studio curriculum for students entering the Faculty of Art consists of four common required courses: Drawing, Colour & Composition, Form and Structure and Time-Based Media. Art stream students complete their studio curriculum requirements by taking two elective courses in the winter. Elective courses are concept-driven and provide an opportunity to explore current issues in contemporary art. Each elective course has multiple sections. Individual sections approach the course through the lens of a specific discipline. For example, Nature & Culture might have several sections: one exploring the course content through printmaking, and another through sculpture/installation.
Liberal Studies courses form an integral part of your studies. All incoming first-year students are required to complete 1.5 Liberal Studies credits at the 100 level.
For more information, go to the 2011/2012 F/W Calendar First-Year Art Program Guide or go to the Search Courses
First-Year Student Handbook 2007 (PDF)
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