Faculty of Fine Arts
New Media

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STEP 1 - University Application

Apply online at discover.ulethbridge.ca

Fall Semester deadlines
Extra Scholarships: December 15
Early Admission: March 1
Fall Deadline: June 1

Spring Semester deadline: EXTENDED TO November 15

Note: Off-shore International applicants must apply by May 15 for Fall Admission or by September 15 for Spring Admission.

Tip: Don’t wait until the deadline – the earlier you apply, submit all documents, and portfolio, the sooner you will know whether you are accepted. Your application cannot be processed by the Registrar’s Office until your portfolio, if necessary, is received.

STEP 2 - University Requirements

Fall Semester documents deadline: June 15
Spring Semester documents deadline: EXTENDED TO November 30

Transcripts must be forwarded directly to the U of L from all high schools and post-secondary institutions you have attended. If you are still enrolled in classes, submitting interim transcripts may lead to early admission. It is in your best interest to arrange for interim transcripts to be sent immediately and final transcripts to be sent after you receive your final grades.

If English is not your first language you will be required to meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement.

High School requirements: To qualify, applicants must have a combined average of 65% in English 30-1 (or equivalent), three 30 level academic classes (or equivalent) and a fifth academic or non-academic course.

Transfer students must have a 2.0 GPA.
Post-Diploma students must have a 2.5 GPA.

STEP 3 - New Media Requirements

The Department of New Media encourages those who may not have a background in the creative arts, or access to the necessary technology, are also encouraged to apply. To be considered for BFA (New Media) applicants must submit both a Portfolio and Summary Questionnaire.

Fall Semester documents deadline: June 15
Spring Semester documents deadline: EXTENDED TO November 30

I. Portfolio Content

Please submit samples of your work (minimum of 10 and maximum of 25) from any or all of these areas: new media, art, drama, and music. Note: Applicants are not required to submit works from more than one area, but they may choose to do so.

• Art: Includes, but is not limited to, photographs, sculptures, paintings, drawings, printmaking, and ceramics.

• Theatre/Drama: Collection of images (reviews, photos, programs), video or audio tapes - do not send originals.

• Music: Audio or video of your performances or copies of your compositions.

• New Media: Includes, but is not limited to, computer genterated still images, moving images (video or animation) and web designs.

Medium

Choose from the following media on which to submit your work:

• Online (See "How to Submit your Portfolio & Questionnaire" below)
• CD (include necessary plug-ins)
• DVD
• Website address (include link to necessary plug-ins)
• Hard copy (photographs, photocopies)

Note: If submitting digital image files on a CD or DVD, they should be in jpeg format, approximately 700 x 1000 pixels.  Video and other time-based work may be submitted on DVD.

Include a printed list of contents, date of work, and your name and contact information.

Labels: Be sure to label each item with your name, contact information, the date the piece was made, and medium. With your portfolio include a printed copy of all the contents as well as your name and contact information.

Note: Applicants may use a video camera to document artwork -- paintings, drawings, sculpture. It is strongly recommended that you do not send original video or audiotape of performance.

Essay (Optional)

• Applicants without access to the necessary technology may submit an essay in place of a portfolio. The essay should discuss or explain your definition of new media and its importance to your professional development. Length: approx. 750 words / 3 typed pages double-spaced. Be sure to include your name and contact information.
  

II. Questionnaire

For each of the following questions, you should provide a 100 to 250 word answer in essay form (not a bulleted list). Be sure to proofread your written answers for spelling, grammar, sentence structure, etc. 

• Past: What aspects of your background prepare you for a university New Media degree program with a creative focus?

• Present: The BFA (New Media) program requires an extraordinary commitment of time and energy. Explain why you feel you are prepared to make this commitment at this time in your life.

• Future: What do you hope to learn from our New Media degree program?

   

How to Submit Your Portfolio & Questionnaire:

Mail Portfolio Submissions to:

Online Portfolio Submissions:

Questions?