Nova Scotia College of Art and Design is a university of the visual arts dedicated only to the pursuit of excellence in professional practitioner training, research, and production of works in all mediums.

The NSCAD experience is unique in Canada, combining the grandeur of a historic center with a worldwide cultural vision. With an international reputation for pedagogical and research excellence.

The relationships formed by NSCAD's faculty and graduates comprise a critical mass of some of Canada's most highly recognized curators, designers, artisans, filmmakers, artists, educators, and entrepreneurs.

Opportunities for students, professors, and alums to form intimate bonds promote vital and innovative debate and collaboration. This goes beyond the classroom with internships worldwide and official exchanges with a network of seventy universities in fifteen countries.

The NSCAD experience is unique among its peers as one of Canada's oldest and most recognized cultural organizations. Students at NSCAD engage in a demanding combination of intellectual inquiry and the acquisition of necessary practical skills.

NSCAD takes pride in adapting courses of study to each student's particular needs, thanks to a devoted and skilled faculty and staff dedicated to offering the finest possible visual arts education.

Committed to developing tomorrow's creative leaders and visionaries by creating a supportive, stimulating, and demanding workplace.

NSCAD graduates make essential contributions to current society's cultural landscape and are highly regarded by their peers.

Courses offered for the Bachelor's level program.

• Bachelor of Design [B.Des] Interdisciplinary Design
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Textiles and Fashion (Major)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Film
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Jewellery Design and Metalsmithing
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Photography
• Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Art History
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Interdisciplinary Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Ceramics
• Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Art History - Non-Studio
• Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] Expanded Media

Courses offered for the Master's level program

• Master of Arts [M.A] Art Education
• Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] Fine Arts
• Master of Design [M.Des]

Missions

NSCAD University is an immersive, rigorous, and supportive academic community where members are known and celebrated for their creativity and differences.

Visions/Goals

NSCAD University is a beacon to individuals who desire to know the world as it is and to create what it might be, informed by history, engaged by the present, looking to the future, and directed by the intention to make positive change.

University highlights

University Type	Public
Established Year	1887
No of Students	632
Number of Courses	10+
Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly	$20,000 – $25,000
Intakes	September, January, and May.

Main intakes

The main intakes are in September, January, and May.

Scholarship

Entrance Awards

• Applying for admission to NSCAD will be enough to be considered for entrance scholarships and bursaries.
• Range:$500-$9,000

Internal award

• Internally offered scholarships require at least one full-time semester of study before qualifying for an application.

Application Process/ documents needed for admission

Academic Documents (For Bachelor)

• SLC Mark sheet
• School Leaving Certificate
• SLC Character Certificate
• Transcript of 12th-grade
• Individual Mark sheet of 12th-grade
• Character Certificate of 12th-grade
• Provisional Certificate of 12th-grade
• Migration Certificate of 12th-grade

Academic Documents (For Masters)

• Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th-grade
• Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th-grade
• Character Certificate of Bachelor Degree and 12th-grade
• Provisional Certificate of Bachelor Degree and 12th-grade
• Migration Certificate of Bachelor Degree and 12th-grade

• IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores
• Passport
• Experience letter
• Statement of Purpose
• 2-3 LORs 
• GRE/GMAT Scores
• Application Fees
• Proof of Scholarships - If any
• Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• College Recommendation (if a current student)

Language Requirement

Programs	IELTS	TOEFL (internet)	CAEL
Undergraduate Courses (Minimum)	6.5 with no band less than 6.0	90 with all sections score above 20	69 with no band less than 60
Graduate Courses (Minimum)	7.0 with no band less than 6.0	94 with all sections score above 22	69 with no band less than 60

FAQ

Q. Can I work as a student in Canada?

Yes, International students in Canada can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during school terms.

Q. Does the NSCAD University offer financial aid to International Students?

Yes, NSCAD University offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.

Q. Where is NSCAD University located?

NSCAD University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Q. What is the enrolment fee for international students?

The enrolment fee for international students is 70 CAD, which is non-refundable.

Q. Is it necessary for me to meet language requirements?

Yes, the candidate must meet the language criteria outlined above in the section on language requirements.