Undergraduate programs at AUArts
Degrees built around your practice.
At AUArts, deciding between Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Design (BDes) means choosing how you want to engage with the world.
Pick the program that matches your artistic ambition and future goals.
BFA & BDes at a glance
What to expect

- Build the foundation in your first year, then dive deep into your chosen area(s) of study.
- Mix and match required and elective courses from studio, non-studio and hybrid options for a true multidisciplinary experience.
- Develop your creative voice through course work, projects, exhibitions, critiques and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Engage in studio practices, critical thinking and creative exploration placed in social and cultural contexts.
- Graduate with a portfolio of work and experience to launch your career.
Our faculty

Silas Kaufman
https://www.silaskaufman.com/
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Richard Brown
Richard Brown has lived and worked in Winnipeg, New York, Montreal and Calgary.
Richard Brown
Peter Redecopp
Peter Redecopp is a multi-disciplinary artist that primarily works with computational media and digital fabrication technologies.
Tech Peter RedecoppWhy choose AUArts?

Join a passionate, collaborative community of artists, craftspeople and designers. Learn from practicing faculty who are active in Calgary’s arts scene. Work in world-class studios with access to amazing facilities. Share your work through on-campus exhibitions and events.