Emily Carr University of Art + Design

Overview

Established: 1925

Nature: Public University

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Educational Philosophy

Emily Carr University of Art + Design is committed to providing high-quality art, media and design education, emphasizing innovation, critical thinking and social responsibility. The school focuses on practical teaching and personal development, encourages students to explore creative boundaries, and provides them with abundant internship and employment opportunities.

Historical Background

1925: Founded as the Vancouver Art School.

1978: Officially renamed Emily Carr School of Art.

2008: Gained university status and became Emily Carr University of Art + Design.

Modern: Has become one of the leading art and design schools in Canada and even the world.

Disciplines and Courses

Undergraduate Programs:

Design: Including industrial design, interactive design, graphic design, etc.

Media Arts: Covering animation, film, photography, new media, etc.

Visual Arts: Including painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, etc.

Graduate Programs:

Master of Design: Focuses on advanced design research and practice.

Master of Fine Arts: In-depth study of the theory and practice of visual arts.

Master of Media Arts: Explore the application of digital media and interactive technology.

Master of Interdisciplinary Studies: Combine knowledge from multiple fields for innovative research.

Featured Majors

Industrial Design: The school's industrial design major has a high reputation in the QS World University Subject Rankings.

Interactive Design: Provides comprehensive interactive design courses that emphasize multidisciplinary integration and practical applications.

Animation and Media Arts: Cultivate students' animation production and technical capabilities, as well as multimedia content creation.

Visual Arts: Covers a wide range of visual arts, including traditional media and contemporary art practices.

Campus Facilities

Library: Has a wealth of art and design-related books and resources.

Studios and laboratories: Equipped with advanced equipment and technology to support the creation of various art and design projects.

Exhibition Space: Regularly hosts student exhibitions and other art activities.

Classrooms and Seminar Rooms: Modern teaching facilities, suitable for small classes and personal tutoring.

Student Service Center: Provides a variety of services such as career planning, mental health support, and academic tutoring.

Rankings and Recognition

National Ranking: Usually ranked high in Maclean's Canadian Basic University Rankings.

International Ranking: Emily Carr University of Art and Design is ranked first in Canada according to the 2015 QS World University Subject Rankings.

Accreditation: It is a member of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) and is recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Other Information

Admission Requirements:

Undergraduate: Applicants usually need to graduate from high school and submit transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements and portfolios. Some programs may have specific language requirements, such as IELTS or TOEFL scores.

Graduate: Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree in a related major and submit transcripts, personal statements, letters of recommendation and portfolios. Some programs may also require an interview or additional writing samples.

Scholarships: The school offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to help students reduce their financial burden.

Internship Opportunities: The school works with multiple industry partners to provide students with rich internships and practical experience.

International Cooperation: Emily Carr University of Art and Design has established partnerships with many art and design schools around the world to promote international exchange and learning.