Campus tours and events
Book an appointment, attend a campus event or tour, participate in an interactive online live-session – there are many ways to connect with the Recruitment and Admissions team at AUArts!
Connect with the AUArts Recruitment Team Online
Do you have questions about our programs or application process? Would you like to discuss your portfolio? You can schedule an appointment to meet online with one of our Recruitment Officers via MS Teams.
Book an online appointment here
Our Recruitment and Admissions Team are available Monday to Thursday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm MST. (except during campus closure holidays).
Prospective Student Events and Campus Tours
Open House - October 26, 2024
Get an insider look at AUArts and meet staff, faculty and current students from across campus!
Fall In-Person Portfolio Review Day - November 30, 2024
Receive in-person feedback on your portfolio to prepare for your submission.
ShowOff! Competition and Exhibition
Alberta University of the Arts is offering Grade 10, 11 and 12 students from across Canada the opportunity to win mega prizes and showcase their artwork.
Campus Tours
- In-Person - Interested in checking out campus? Fall Campus Tours are offered on alternating Thursdays (4:30-5:30pm MST) and Saturdays (1:00-2:00pm MST). To see a full list of dates and to register, click here.
- Online Virtual Tour - Peek inside AUArts Campus with our alumni, Ethan!
AUArts Events
- Events Calendar - Check out our events calendar to join us for artist talks, online events, or workshops.
- Gallery Crawl - AUArts Gallery Crawl is a campus-wide semi-annual event to encourage community building, art production, gallery curation and more. See this link for details: Gallery Crawl.
- Student Association Show + Sale - Presented by AUArts Students' Association, this not-for-profit market is artist-led by people who live, work, and create in Treaty 7 territory. See this link for details and updates: Show + Sale
Join us Online for a Live Info-Session
We would love to connect with you at one of our interactive online info sessions.
To register for an upcoming session, please click on the event session and time below. Once you register for an AUArts online event, we will email you the link to participate.
Bachelor of Fine Arts Program | Virtual Info-Session
Learn more about our acclaimed BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) program, and the different areas of concentration.
- Sept 24, 2024 | 12:00 - 12:30pm MST | Register here
- Oct 22, 2024 | 12:00 - 12:30pm MST | Register here
- Nov 26, 2024 | 12:00 - 12:30pm MST | Register here
- Dec 10, 2024 | 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. MST | Register here
Bachelor of Design Program | Virtual Info-Session
Learn more about how our Visual Communications Design program prepares students for successful careers as professionals in the discipline, practice, and culture of design.
- Sept 24, 2024 | 12:30 - 1:00pm MST | Register here
- Oct 22, 2024 | 12:30 - 1:00pm MST | Register here
- Nov 26, 2024 | 12:30 - 1:00pm MST | Register here
- Dec 10, 2024 | 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. MST | Register here
About AUArts and How to Apply | Virtual Info-Session
Applying to university can be overwhelming. This interactive, live, online session will provide you with step-by-step direction on how to apply to AUArts and an overview of the University, programs and spaces. Our Admissions team will show you the process to apply through Apply Alberta, how to access your Alberta Student Number and what to expect as next steps once you have submitted your application. We will also go over the application requirements for each of our programs and provide you with the opportunity to ask us questions about the application process.
- Sept 24, 2024 | 5:00 - 5:30pm MST | Register here
- Oct 22, 2024 | 5:00 - 5:30pm MST | Register here
- Nov 26, 2024 | 5:00 - 5:30pm MST | Register here
- Dec 10, 2024 | 5:00 - 5:30pm MST | Register here
AUArts Portfolio Guide | Virtual Info-Session
This workshop is ideal for any student looking to understand the requirements for their creative portfolio before submitting to AUArts. Join us for 30 minutes as we discuss our unique portfolio requirements, preferred methods of documentation, and a few tips and tricks for making your portfolio and statement of intent stand out.
- Sept 24, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:00pm MST | Register here
- Oct 22, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:00pm MST | Register here
- Nov 26, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:00pm MST | Register here
- Dec 10, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:00pm MST | Register here
How to Apply for International Applicants | Virtual Info-Session
Whether you have questions about how to apply, Canadian Study Permit requirements or anything else about the process for international admission to Alberta University of the Arts, this live session is for you! Join members of the Admissions and Recruitment Team for an information, and Q&A session to help progress your application.
- Sept 25, 2024 | 9:00 - 9:30am MST | Register here
- Oct 23, 2024 | 9:00 - 9:30am MST | Register here
- Nov 27, 2024 | 9:00 - 9:30am MST | Register here
- Dec 11, 2024 | 9:00 - 9:30am MST | Register here
Online Portfolio Reviews
Join us for a 20-minute one-on-one online Portfolio Review with our Admissions Committee to review your portfolio to make it even stronger!
Request a Portfolio Review appointment
Once we have provided you with a date and time for your review, we will send you an MS Teams link so that you can join your meeting with your reviewer. At the time of your review, please ensure you login 5-10 minutes early, and are ready with your artwork, a computer, internet access, and a microphone so you can have a conversation with our team member. A web camera is also highly recommended.
Your portfolio should consist of 12 pieces of recent, original artwork such as sketchbooks, photography, 3D-sculptures or ceramics, paintings, digital drawings, animation or any other medium you work with.
We also love to see works-in-progress as it is a terrific way to learn about your process. The artwork should be ready to present either as digital images to share on your screen or the physical pieces to be shown via live camera. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone for your review so you can interact with the reviewer member.