About Fine Art in MacEwan University
Explore your creativity. Nurture your talent. Imagine your future. In MacEwan University's Fine Art program, you gain the skills and knowledge you need to make your mark in the world of art.
In our rigorous two-year diploma program, you experiment with various art forms and grow as an artist—not only in the ways you create, but also in the ways you think about and discuss your work. Guided by instructor-artists with a diverse range of talents, you try your hand at video, extended media, drawing, digital art, sculpture, installation and painting.
We value a hands-on approach to learning that includes project-based course work, off-site visits to galleries and exhibits, the insights and experiences of visiting speakers and a combination of studio and classroom time. In this dynamic environment, you are challenged to think critically and creatively about your talent.
Your Future
In the MacEwan Fine Art program, you learn the ins and out of the local and national fine art scene. You meet and are mentored by local artists. After two years of training, you will be the proud recipient of a Fine Art diploma. What's next?
For many of our graduates, MacEwan University's Fine Art program is a first step toward a life-long involvement in the world of art. Whether you decide to continue your studies or pursue a profession, you leave the program with the training and experience you need to take that next important step.
Continue your studies
Use your Fine Art diploma to transfer into the third year of Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) programs at:
- University of Alberta
- University of Lethbridge
- Alberta University for the Arts, Calgary
Our graduates have also been awarded visual arts scholarships from the Banff Centre and been given advanced standing at:
- Concordia University, Montreal
- Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University
- Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Vancouver
- New York University, New York
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : overall band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.
- TOEFL : 86 and a minimum score of 21 in each section.
- PTE : overall score of 59 and a minimum score of 56 in each band.
MacEwan University Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Registration fee (for international students) |
110 CAD |
| English proficiency test scores accepted |
IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test |
| Financial aid |
Available |
| Accommodation |
Available |
MacEwan University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Before deciding to study in one of the Canadian universities, one must estimate the average cost of living in Canada. Tabulated below are the expenses one needs to incur on a monthly basis to study at MacEwan University. The tuition fees for international students are based on credits. Other fees include the service fees and course specific fees which can be checked online.
| Expense |
Monthly cost in CAD |
| Tuition fee (18 credits) |
12,060 |
| Locker fee (term) |
20 |
| Housing- MacEwan Residence |
988-1,300 |
| Electrical Utilities |
70 |
| Personal |
200-300 |
| Non-Program International Student Service |
50 |
| Food |
300 |
| Cable TV/internet |
65 |
Cost of transportation is covered in tuition fee as the institute provides UPass.
MacEwan University English Proficiency Test Scores
| Tests accepted |
Minimum scores |
| TOEFL (IBT) |
86 or above |
| IELTS |
5.5 (a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.) |
| PTE |
59 overall (a minimum score of 56 in each band.) |
| CET |
180 |
| DET |
115 or above |
| Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) |
70 or above |
| Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) |
overall score of 85 and a minimum score of 80 in GCVR |
| Test in Practical English Proficiency (EIKEN) |
Grade 1 |
