Degree – Bachelor of Fine Arts
The Bachelor of Fine Arts is a four-year degree program in the Faculty of Arts, blending artistic and professional practice, theory, and research. Students can specialize in the following academic disciplines: Creative Writing Acting Theatre Design and Production Film Production Visual Art (major and Honours) Bachelor of Arts programs are also available to BFA students, […]
Dual Degree – Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Management
Through this dual degree, you can earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Management in just 4.5 years.
Visual Art (BFA)
The BFA Visual program focuses on visual art practice, critical theory, and art history while providing an excellent foundation in a variety of fields involving the making and understanding of visual art and contemporary aesthetics.
Theatre: Design & Production
Receive practical experience while completing scholarly studies in theatre history and theory. You’ll examine set, costume, lighting, and sound design, including set and costume construction, stage and production management, and other production technologies.
Film Production
Develop your intellectual, creative, and technical skills as you prepare to embark on a professional career in the film industry. Your coursework will provide you with core disciplines and filmic knowledge as well as practical experience in filmmaking. BFA and diploma students produce and work on several films while in the program.
Creative Writing
This two-year studio program offers workshops in the following genres: fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, writing for children, translation, stage play, radio, television, song lyrics and libretto, screenwriting, new media, and writing for graphic forms.
Acting
Receive professional actor training from UBC’s renowned BFA program. Your studies will span storytelling, improvisation, scene study, movement, and voice, working up to training in screen acting, auditioning, solo creation, singing, voice-over, and stage combat.