University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba

66 Chancellors Circle, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography (Program Major)

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

The School of Art diploma and undergraduate studio programs emphasize contemporary research in creative practices in art, design and art history. Students engage in one-on-one dialogue, group critiques, experiential learning and technical demonstrations, exhibition tours, visiting artists’ lectures, field trips, and more, creating a lively studio culture.

As a School of Art student, students have the option to pursue a multidisciplinary focus, or they can choose to emphasize one or more of these media specializations:

  • ceramics
  • drawing
  • graphic design
  • painting
  • performance
  • photography
  • print media
  • sculpture
  • video
Students gain a thorough understanding of the technical and formal aspects of photography and have access to photographic equipment, black and white and colour darkrooms, digital editing labs, and professional digital printing facilities. In advanced studios, students have the opportunity to further develop their personal imagery while gaining critical insight into historical and contemporary photographic practices.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

October 2, 2024

Submission deadline

March 1, 2025

Open date

October 2, 2025

Submission deadline

March 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

3-4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$130 CAD

Application fee

$25300 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Books and Supplies Fee: $1,500 per year
Health and Dental Plan Fee: $1,410 per year
Manitoba International Students Health Plan Fee: $1,032 per year
Student Organization Fee: $260 per year
Sport and Recreation Fee: $200 per year