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Illustration OCAD University

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
BDes On-Campus Full-time 4 years find out $7700.00 year per $28000.00 year per
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Course overview

In the Illustration program, you will learn how to produce images that complement the written word or stand on their own. You'll be encouraged to express your individual artistic voice, while examining the world we live in.

The work of illustrators can be seen in many places such as:

  • Magazines
  • Books
  • Newspapers
  • Murals
  • Advertisements
  • Posters
  • Packaging
  • Merchandise
  • Comics and graphic novels
  • Websites
  • Concept art
  • Interactive design
  • You will work closely with faculty and practicing illustrators in traditional and digital techniques. This program will help you grasp communication art, while also learning the business skills required to work as independent freelancers.

At the end of this four-year program, you will earn a Bachelor of Design degree.


Entry requirements

As outlined in the Admission Requirements (Undergraduate) Policy, applicants to OCAD University's undergraduate programs must meet minimum academic entrance requirements and submit:

  • Statement of Intent (required for all programs) and
  • Portfolio (required for all studio BFA, BDes programs) or
  • Writing sample (required for the BA in Visual and Critical Studies)
  • Official transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Test results (if required)
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