COURSE CURRICULUM

The Visual Arts program at the University of Windsor offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop technical skills, conceptual thinking, and creative expression across a wide range of artistic mediums. Students begin with foundational courses in drawing, painting, design, and the elements of art, progressing to intermediate and advanced classes in sculpture, printmaking, photography, digital media, time-based art, and inter-media practices. The program emphasizes hands-on studio experience, allowing students to experiment, take risks, and refine their artistic voice while learning from experienced faculty and collaborating with peers. Advanced courses focus on independent studio work, public art, art in context, and specialized areas such as bioart and sonic art, providing opportunities for research, critical engagement, and professional practice. Students can participate in internships, exhibitions, and community projects, gaining practical experience and exposure to professional networks. Graduate-level courses extend these opportunities through intensive studio practice, seminars, production projects, and thesis work, fostering both creative and scholarly development. The program also leverages its downtown campus location near Windsor’s cultural institutions and the proximity to Detroit, enabling students to engage with museums, galleries, and contemporary arts communities. Through this structure, students cultivate the skills, knowledge, and professional experience needed to thrive as practicing artists, educators, or creative professionals.