The Bachelor of Applied Arts at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a unique four-year undergraduate degree that combines the academic strengths of a traditional liberal arts education with the hands-on studio learning offered by the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design (NBCCD).

Students develop critical thinking, communication, research, and analytical skills while gaining practical experience in visual arts, fine craft, and design. This interdisciplinary program prepares graduates for careers in the creative industries, education, media, cultural organizations, and postgraduate studies.

Program Highlights

• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree.
• Joint program between UNB Fredericton and the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design (NBCCD).
• Combines academic learning with practical studio-based education.
• Flexible study pathway between UNB and NBCCD.
• Develops creativity, research, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Career opportunities in arts, media, education, museums, galleries, cultural organizations, and creative industries.
• Eligible for the Canadian Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

How the Program Works

Students may begin their studies at either the University of New Brunswick Fredericton or the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design. The program allows students to alternate between both institutions or complete the requirements at one institution before continuing at the other.

The first year at UNB follows the regular Bachelor of Arts curriculum, while the remaining years combine liberal arts education with practical studio-based learning at NBCCD.

Admission Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognized secondary/high school qualification equivalent to Canadian Grade 12.
• Applicants must meet the admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts program.
• Country-specific academic requirements apply.
• Program-specific prerequisite subjects may be required.
• Students applying with transfer credits should contact the Faculty of Arts or the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design for credit evaluation.

Official Country-Specific Admission Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/countries.html

English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirements for admission.

Accepted English tests include:

• IELTS Academic: Overall 7.0
• PTE Academic: 68
• Duolingo English Test: 130
• TOEFL iBT and other equivalent English language tests accepted by UNB.

Applicants who qualify under UNB's English language exemption policy may not be required to submit an English proficiency test.

Official English Language Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/english.html

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Applied Arts program may pursue careers in:

• Visual Arts
• Fine Craft and Design
• Museums and Galleries
• Media and Communications
• Cultural Organizations
• Education
• Creative Industries
• Publishing
• Arts Administration
• Postgraduate Studies

Official Resources

Program Information
https://www.unb.ca/academics/programs/

Country-Specific Admission Requirements
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/countries.html

English Language Requirements
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/english.html