Copying photographs or other artist's works does not demonstrate your ability to make design decisions concerning the placement of forms on the page. Some drawing from observation should ideally be included.Transfer students from another post-secondary institution are welcome to submit a portfolio that reflects your areas of interest and is more focused on either Visual Art (including any combination of Installation, Digital Media, Time-based work, Painting, Drawing, Printmaking and Sculpture) or Design (Visual Communication Design and/or Industrial Design).įor students applying to the first year of the program, you can include a variety of whatever you think are your strongest works from the following areas: Choose examples that show the diversity of your abilities. The assessment process is competitive and the quality of work is the main deciding factor. Select work for your portfolio that represents your own interests, strengths and development. Other than that, the format of this letter is up to you. In addition to your portfolio, submit a letter of intent explaining your interest in our program. The portal will allow you to include information about each piece such as title, year, dimensions, materials used, etc. You can find the portfolio upload page by visiting the Launchpad application system at uab.ca/launchpad. Please submit 12–15 pieces that show your interests, strengths and versatility. Online Portfolio SubmissionīFA and BDes applicants can use the Launchpad application system to submit your portfolios and statement of intent online! You can upload these items any time after you've submitted your application and paid your application fee, right up until May 1st.

Please see below for more specific information. Please note that we do not have a specified list of things to include in your portfolio we want to see the best reflection of your skills and interests. Follow these guidelines as part of your portfolio submission.

Portfolio designs for students