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New Brunswick College of Craft and Design

Fredericton, Canada · Public · Est. Founding year not confirmed on the pages we opened

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Founding year not confirmed on the pages we opened

Type

Public

Location

Fredericton, Canada

Ranking

Not ranked

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About the university

The New Brunswick College of Craft and Design (NBCCD) is a small public college in downtown Fredericton that teaches visual arts, craft and design. Most students start with the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate and then take a studio diploma in areas such as graphic design, 3D digital design, photography and videography, fashion design, textile design, jewellery and metal arts, or ceramics. NBCCD has articulation agreements that let graduates carry credits into bachelor's degrees at other Canadian universities.

For Indian students looking for an affordable hands-on design route, international tuition is CAD 10,261 a year in 2026/27 for every programme, with studio fees on top. Entry is by portfolio, and there is only a September intake. NBCCD has no on-campus housing.

Type
Public college specialising in craft and design (certificate and diplomas)
Programmes
Foundation Visual Arts certificate, then studio diplomas in design, photography, fashion, textiles, jewellery and ceramics
Campus
Downtown Fredericton, New Brunswick
Intake
September only (no Winter or Spring intakes)
International tuition
CAD 10,261 a year (2026/27), the same for every programme

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

    • Undergraduate

      Foundation Visual Arts (Certificate)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      1 year (2 semesters); portfolio required
      Intakes
      September (priority deadline 15 December)
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
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    • Undergraduate

      Graphic Design (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      2 years (6 semesters) after Foundation Visual Arts, a year of post-secondary study or a portfolio assessment; an Apple laptop is required
      Intakes
      September (priority deadline 15 January)
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
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    • Undergraduate

      3D Digital Design (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
    • Undergraduate

      Photography/Videography (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment); a laptop is required
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
    • Undergraduate

      Fashion Design (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
    • Undergraduate

      Textile Design (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
    • Undergraduate

      Jewellery/Metal Arts (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
    • Undergraduate

      Ceramics (Diploma)

      Fee / year
      C$10,261
      Duration
      Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)
      Intakes
      September
      English
      IELTS Academic 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5, PTE 65 (no subtest below 60), TOEFL iBT 80 (no subtest below 18), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 60
      Course detailsApply with us
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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (CAD)Approx. in rupees
    Foundation Visual Arts (Certificate)1 year (2 semesters); portfolio requiredC$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Graphic Design (Diploma)2 years (6 semesters) after Foundation Visual Arts, a year of post-secondary study or a portfolio assessment; an Apple laptop is requiredC$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    3D Digital Design (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)C$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Photography/Videography (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment); a laptop is requiredC$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Fashion Design (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)C$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Textile Design (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)C$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Jewellery/Metal Arts (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)C$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh
    Ceramics (Diploma)Diploma, usually after the one-year Foundation Visual Arts certificate (or direct entry by portfolio assessment)C$10,261≈ ₹6.9 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

      Admission requirements

      Undergraduate

      • Foundation Visual Arts needs a recognised high school diploma (Class 12 for Indian students) or equivalent, plus a portfolio uploaded to the application portal.
      • Studio diplomas need the FVA certificate, at least one year of post-secondary study, or a successful portfolio assessment; an interview may be held.
      • The international application fee is CAD 100. A confirmation payment must be made before NBCCD issues your Provincial Attestation Letter, and first-semester tuition is due by 1 August.

      Postgraduate

      • NBCCD does not offer post-graduate programmes. Graduates with a degree can apply to a studio diploma; NBCCD's articulation agreements help diploma graduates move into bachelor's degrees elsewhere.

      Documents

      • Class 12 marksheet (or post-secondary transcripts for direct diploma entry)
      • Portfolio
      • English test results, unless exempt
      • Passport; study permit after the Provincial Attestation Letter

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      English language requirements

      English requirements
      Test or routeTypical requirement
      IELTS Academic6.0 overall, no subtest below 5.5
      PTE Academic65 overall, no subtest below 60
      TOEFL iBT80 overall, no subtest below 18 (ETS code C993)
      Duolingo / CAELDuolingo 110 with at least 90 in each band; CAEL 60
      Below the minimumConditional acceptance is possible through the University of New Brunswick's English for Academic Purposes pathway; exemptions are reviewed case by case

      Accommodation and living costs

      NBCCD has no on-campus housing; students rent in Fredericton. NBCCD's own estimates are below, plus about CAD 6,000 a year for food and incidentals.

      Accommodation and living costs
      ItemIn CADApprox. in rupees
      Shared apartment (NBCCD estimate)Rent CAD 500–700 a month plus utilitiesC$8,400per year≈ ₹5.6 lakh
      Single occupancy (NBCCD estimate)Rent about CAD 1,200 a month plus utilitiesC$15,400per year≈ ₹10.3 lakh

      Campus and location

      NBCCD teaches in downtown Fredericton, home to the George Fry Gallery.

      • Year-long Foundation Visual Arts programme leads into the studio diplomas.
      • Studio fees vary by programme, from CAD 200 to CAD 1,400 a year.
      • Graphic design and photography students need their own laptop.
      • Degree pathways through articulation agreements with Canadian universities.

      Careers and graduate outcomes

      NBCCD's diplomas prepare students for work in design and craft, or for further study through degree pathways. See our Canada guide for work rules.

      Graduate outcomes
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      FAQs

      How much does NBCCD cost for Indian students?

      International tuition is CAD 10,261 a year in 2026/27 for every programme, plus about CAD 1,000 in general fees, a studio fee of CAD 200–1,400, CAD 600 insurance and supplies.

      Can I start in January?

      No. NBCCD has only a September intake.

      Do I need a portfolio?

      Yes. Foundation Visual Arts and the diplomas all need a portfolio, uploaded through the application portal.

      Sources

      1. NBCCD: International students (opens in a new tab)
      2. NBCCD: Tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
      3. NBCCD: Foundation Visual Arts (opens in a new tab)
      4. NBCCD: Graphic Design (opens in a new tab)

      Official website: nbccd.ca (opens in a new tab)

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