Beyond the Classroom
We’re the #1 art university in Canada for many reasons — our excellence in reputation extends not only to your academic and studio experience, but also to the artistic opportunities you’ll have outside of the classroom and after graduation.
A BFA is about so much more than what you’ll learn in the classroom—it’s also about the vibrant community you’ll join during your studies.
You’ll be part of a dynamic arts community both locally and internationally. The Photography program is designed to give students as many opportunities as possible, including but not limited to:
- On-campus exhibition space to present your work to the public
- Regular speakers and events
- Networking events with notable artists
- Opportunities to exhibit work at our Capture Photography
Festival alongside established artists - TA, RA, and apprenticeship opportunities with faculty
- Industry experience and work-integrated learning opportunities
facilitated by our Careers team - Residency and collaboration opportunities, including with Porch
Gallery, a student-run gallery featuring solo and group shows
In Others’ Words
“A featured exhibition with Capture represents a unique chance for students to experience the full arc of developing work for professional public exhibition — a truly exciting step for students on their journey to launching their careers as exhibiting artists!”
Kyla Mallett,
Dean of the Audain Faculty
of Arts
Where ECU Can Take You
Graduates of the Photography program bring many in-demand skills to the job market, from advanced technical abilities to critical knowledge. Many also focus on developing their own practice and exhibiting their work. Upon graduation, students follow a variety of career paths and roles:
- MFA and PhD studies
- Photography roles across creative and commercial sectors, including:
- Advertising
- Documentary/Journalism
- Editorial
- Fashion
- Portrait
- Product
- Sports
- Wildlife/Landscape
- Photo editing and retouching
- Photo documentation for galleries and museums
- Visual art careers
Our alumni have been hired by many notable employers including Airbnb, The Donnelly Group, Mountain Equipment Co-op, Vancouver Fashion Week, and Warner Brothers Television.