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Be a catalyst for transformation in the industries that inspire
Brock University stands tall as an academic beacon, fostering innovation and nurturing the brightest minds of tomorrow. With a solid commitment to excellence, Brock University offers programs that ignite creativity and empower students to shape the ever-evolving landscape of the creative industries.
The university boasts an impressive array of programs designed to harness the power of creativity and transform it into a flourishing career. From film and visual arts to music and design, computer science and game programming, students are steeped in a vibrant ecosystem that fuels their passion and supports their artistic prowess.
Participate in comprehensive learning experiences that bridge theory and practice, and connect with industry leaders through internships, co-op programs, and partnerships. Take advantage of your potential through access to state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and collaborative spaces that nurture creativity.
Join Brock University’s creative revolution and become part of a community that embraces imagination, fosters innovation, and transforms dreams into reality.
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The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
Studio Art students take courses in all fine art media, such as painting, photography, drawing, digital media, sculpture, performance art and non-traditional methods of expression.
The program provides opportunities to explore the game space from every angle. You’ll gain a broad understanding of this complex field as you look at game programming, multiple game engines, game platforms, and various design and production paradigms.
In the Department of Visual Arts (VISA), education takes place within well-equipped studios and teaching spaces, as well as in our vibrant local arts community. We provide education in two distinct but interconnected streams: Studio Art (STDA) and the History of Art and Visual Culture (HAVC).
In the Department of Visual Arts (VISA), education takes place within well-equipped studios and teaching spaces, as well as in our vibrant local arts community. We provide education in two distinct but interconnected streams: Studio Art (STDA) and the History of Art and Visual Culture (HAVC).
In the Department of Visual Arts (VISA), education takes place within well-equipped studios and teaching spaces, as well as in our vibrant local arts community. We provide education in two distinct but interconnected streams: Studio Art (STDA) and the History of Art and Visual Culture (HAVC).
The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
Our undergraduate degrees provide specific experiences in arts and cultural management, intermedia and interdisciplinarity, and cultural critique and agency. STAC connects students and faculty from Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music, Communication, Popular Culture and Film (CPCF), Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, as well as the Goodman School of Business and beyond through a selection of course offerings and cultural events. During their studies, STAC students develop crucial skills for a successful career, among them creative problem- solving, effective communication, cultural perceptiveness, team spirit, resiliency and adaptability.
Our undergraduate degrees provide specific experiences in arts and cultural management, intermedia and interdisciplinarity, and cultural critique and agency. STAC connects students and faculty from Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music, Communication, Popular Culture and Film (CPCF), Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, as well as the Goodman School of Business and beyond through a selection of course offerings and cultural events. During their studies, STAC students develop crucial skills for a successful career, among them creative problem- solving, effective communication, cultural perceptiveness, team spirit, resiliency and adaptability.
Our undergraduate degrees provide specific experiences in arts and cultural management, intermedia and interdisciplinarity, and cultural critique and agency. STAC connects students and faculty from Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music, Communication, Popular Culture and Film (CPCF), Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, as well as the Goodman School of Business and beyond through a selection of course offerings and cultural events. During their studies, STAC students develop crucial skills for a successful career, among them creative problem- solving, effective communication, cultural perceptiveness, team spirit, resiliency and adaptability.
In the Department of Visual Arts (VISA), education takes place within well-equipped studios and teaching spaces, as well as in our vibrant local arts community. We provide education in two distinct but interconnected streams: Studio Art (STDA) and the History of Art and Visual Culture (HAVC).
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
Most courses include weekly film screenings to introduce you to all kinds of cinema. Studying a wide range of films provides a thorough understanding of the medium for future filmmakers, critics and teachers.
The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
At the core of the degree are courses that integrate theory and practice (praxis). These involve a mix of lectures and studio work that explore ways in which creativity and analysis are linked culturally and historically.
All DART degree offerings integrate theory and practice. You will gain a broad educational base in performance, design and technical skills through the study of critical thinking, theatre history, dramaturgy and dramatic literature.
The Drama in Education and Applied Theatre concentration provides you with the knowledge and skills to use drama in classroom teaching, for social change and for community development.
All Dramatic Arts degree offerings are united under one goal: to integrate theory and practice so as to provide students with a broad educational base combining research, practice and creative development.
Experience practical skills training in our music practicum course, where you can complete for-credit volunteer placements in either music education, music health/therapy, music administration or music in the community, and hone your performance skills with opportunities to perform in public concerts, recitals and with the department’s choral and instrumental ensembles.
Experience practical skills training in our music practicum course, where you can complete for-credit volunteer placements in either music education, music health/therapy, music administration or music in the community, and hone your performance skills with opportunities to perform in public concerts, recitals and with the department’s choral and instrumental ensembles.
Experience practical skills training in our music practicum course, where you can complete for-credit volunteer placements in either music education, music health/therapy, music administration or music in the community, and hone your performance skills with opportunities to perform in public concerts, recitals and with the department’s choral and instrumental ensembles.
Experience practical skills training in our music practicum course, where you can complete for-credit volunteer placements in either music education, music health/therapy, music administration or music in the community, and hone your performance skills with opportunities to perform in public concerts, recitals and with the department’s choral and instrumental ensembles.
Experience practical skills training in our music practicum course, where you can complete for-credit volunteer placements in either music education, music health/therapy, music administration or music in the community, and hone your performance skills with opportunities to perform in public concerts, recitals and with the department’s choral and instrumental ensembles.
The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
The Media and Communication Studies program focuses on the impact of media and communication in the creation of meaning, identity and social change. The program emphasizes the study of media content, audiences and institutions in their political, economic and social contexts in Canada and elsewhere.
Video games are an increasingly important part of contemporary life and entertainment, and Brock’s GAME program prepares students to lead and collaborate in the creation of games.
The MA in Game Studies is an interdisciplinary and interfaculty program designed to provide students with a well-rounded, high-quality venue for studying and designing games in all their forms.
Our undergraduate degrees provide specific experiences in arts and cultural management, intermedia and interdisciplinarity, and cultural critique and agency. STAC connects students and faculty from Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music, Communication, Popular Culture and Film (CPCF), Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, as well as the Goodman School of Business and beyond through a selection of course offerings and cultural events. During their studies, STAC students develop crucial skills for a successful career, among them creative problem- solving, effective communication, cultural perceptiveness, team spirit, resiliency and adaptability.
Asset creation On-campus
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
12 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $50,800 CAD
Canadian Students: $38,400 CAD
asset creation Online
Asset Creation is a term used in the CG industry for the creation of all bits and pieces, both big and small, used in Film and Games. This Asset Creation program is designed to train working artists in the CG Industry for the roles of Props & Environments for Film, Characters & Creatures for Film, Environments for Games as well as Characters & Creatures for Games.
Online
16 Months
February | June | October
$15,840 CAD
If you pay for all 4 terms upfront, you will receive 5% off.
Mentorship
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
4 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $16,500 CAD
Canadian Students: $12,500 CAD
BA in Dramatic Arts
Certificate in Drama in Education and Applied Theatre
Minor in Dramatic Arts
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
BA in Music
BA in Studies in Arts and Culture
BA in Studio Art
BA in History of Art and Visual Culture
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Graduate success stories

Kate Trotter
Kate Trotter is a celebrated actress in theatre, cinema, and television. Ms. Trotter graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Dramatic Literature, First-Class Standing, in 1975 and the National Theatre School of Canada in 1978.

Kenneth Bi
Kenneth Bi graduated with Honors in Theatre/Film from Brock University in Canada. He returned to his native Hong Kong in 1994 and began his film career on Teddy Robin’s 1995 feature, Hong Kong Graffiti. In 1998, he line-produced Slow Fade and garnered a Hong Kong Film Awards nomination for Best Original Film Score for Fruit Chan’s The Longest Summer.

Jordin Hall
Jordin Hall earned his Bachelor of Arts with a performance concentration from Brock University in 2010. He worked for many independent theatre companies in Toronto after graduation. He played leading roles in several Shakespearean plays, including Love’s Labour’s Lost, The Winter’s Tale, Titus Andronicus, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Othello for Driftwood Theatre.

Brittany Brooks
Brittany Brooks, Bachelor of Arts, Visual Arts, 2016, is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice includes animation, illustration, performance, and music. Her musical project, Creature Speak released a full-length album Shadow Songs (2016), and earned international praise.

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