The Fine Arts program is governed by an Articulation Agreement between Cambrian College Huntington University, Laurentian University, and Thorneloe University. It is an interdisciplinary four year Inter-arts program leading to an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts. Students must select an area of major specialization from one of the three streams (Theatre Arts, Music, and Visual Arts) and a minor from the remaining streams. Please see the department link below for further information on programs and course descriptions.
Link to the Fine Arts web site
Skills developed:
- Exceptional imagination, creativity, and artistic ability
- Attentiveness to detail
- Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, presentation, written, and spoken)
- Appreciation of aesthetics
- Strong analytical/critical abilities
- Familiarity with equipment (computers/software, hand tools, video equipment etc.)
- Entrepreneurial skills
Areas of employment
Depending on the area of specialization, fine arts graduates can expect to work in areas like education, media, retail, sales, and photography. In Canada a small majority of graduates are employed as artists, designers, and craftspersons. A minority find employment as secondary or elementary school teachers/councilors. Others find work as technical sales specialists and clerical supervisors.
http://www.jobfutures.ca/fos/browse-programs-interest-Arts.shtml
Sample Careers:
| Advertising Designer |
Commercial Artist |
Graphic Artist |
| Animator |
Conservator/Restorer |
Graphic Designer |
| Appraiser |
Courtroom Sketcher |
Illustrator |
| Archivist |
Curator |
Interactive Designer |
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Art Director |
Designer |
Librarian |
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Arts Administrator |
Engraver |
Marketing Manager |
| Arts Programmer (TV & Radio) |
Exhibit Designer |
Museum Director |
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Book Designer |
Fine Arts Handler |
Package Designer |
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Cinematographer |
Forensic Artist |
Photographer |
Who’s hired Laurentian Grads (sample)
| Cambrian College |
The Art Institutes |
Image Video Services & Productions |
| The Classical Theatre Project |
Sudbury Neutrino Observatory |
The Creative Group |
| Canadian Music Centre |
The Grand Theatre |
City Of Brampton |
| The Ottawa Art Gallery |
Club Fit Corp |
Theatre Passe Muraille |
| Creative Beyond |
University of Victoria |
Drayton Entertainment |
| V-Day Toronto |
Entertainment By Demand |
White Eagle Music Promotions |
| Eyedletime Media Networks |
Wilfrid Laurier University |
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Work prospects
Graduates of the Laurentian fine arts program have a 100% employment rate six months after entry into the work force. In Canada the average yearly earnings for those with this degree is approximately $28,100. However salaries vary significantly according to area of specialization, location, and general work experience. Approximately 85% of graduates claim job satisfaction, while 82% would choose to make the same education choice again.
KPI Employment rates Laurentian
For more information, contact: the Career and Employment Centre by telephone 673-6598 or by email CareerEmploymentCentre@laurentian.ca
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updated: August 2010