# Fundamental Arts
**Certificate** · 1 Year

The Fundamental Arts program develops and enhances artistic skills through courses in art history, drawing, design, animation, and digital photography. Students explore mediums such as lino-printing, etching, sculpture, collage, acrylic, and watercolour paint. Strong emphasis is placed on learning the basics of effective design and improving drawing skills. The program helps students build a professional portfolio and prepares them for a future in the visual arts or further education. Located at the Charlottetown Centre (Prince of Wales Campus).

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|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 1 Year |
| Campuses | Prince of Wales Campus |
| Delivery | In-person |
| Start dates | September 2026 |
| Tuition (domestic) | 4750 |
| Tuition (international) | 10990 |

## Awards

- **Certificate** · 1 Year — [details](https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/fundamental-arts/index.php)
- **Award** — [details](https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/fundamental-arts/portfolio-requirements.html)

## Prerequisites

- Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
- Submission of a portfolio
- Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program
- Portfolio of 7-10 original works in at least 3 mediums
- Resume or CV
- Letter of Intent (essay max 250 words or video)
- 4 observational drawing artworks (still life, figure drawing, value study, perspective drawing)
- 2 colour theory artworks
- 2-5 personal original works

[Apply →](https://hollandcca.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply)

## Courses

- SAFE-1005
- ARTS-1020
- ARTS-1030
- ARTS-1041
- ARTS-1050
- ARTS-1071
- ARTS-1080
- ARTS-1090
- ARTS-1100
- COMM-1205
- PHOT-1061

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<small>Source: [https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/fundamental-arts/index.php](https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/fundamental-arts/index.php)</small>