Emily Carr University of Art + Design
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Who We Are
Emily Carr University of Art + Design has been at the forefront of creative education in British Columbia since 1925. What began as a small art school has transformed over the last one hundred years into a leading university where more than 2,200 students explore art, media and design. With a strong foundation in experimentation and critical thinking, ECU prepares students to build meaningful creative practices and careers while providing an inclusive and supportive environment.
The campus, located on Great Northern Way in Vancouver, is Canada’s first purpose-built facility for education in design, visual, and media arts. The state-of-the-art building was designed with programming spaces, dedicated exhibition spaces, and flexible gathering areas to encourage innovation and creativity.
General Info
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Campus Locations
520 East 1st Avenue,
Vancouver, BC
520 East 1st Avenue
Vancouver, BC
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Credentials Available
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master’s Degree / Graduate Credentials
Programs
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Areas of Study Available
- Communications
- Visual, Performing and Fine Arts
Admissions
Application Deadline
Spring 2026 (January 12, 2026)
The Spring semester offers limited seats to certain programs and allows you the opportunity to begin studies with a smaller cohort. This is a mid-year intake and students may need longer to complete their degree.
- August 15, 2025 – Applications open
- September 30, 2025 – Deadline to apply via EducationPlannerBC and submit portfolio, transcripts and documents
Summer Accelerated 2026 (May 5, 2026)
This application period is for those who want to fast-track their Foundation Year (first year) through the Summer (Accelerated) Program.
- October 1, 2025 – Applications open
- January 15, 2026 – Deadline to apply via EducationPlannerBC and submit portfolio, transcripts and documents
Fall 2026 (September 8, 2026)
Fall is the most common application period for new students, with openings to all programs.
- October 1, 2025 – Applications open
- January 15, 2026 – Deadline to apply via EducationPlannerBC and submit transcripts/documents
- January 31, 2026 – Deadline to submit portfolio