School of Continuing Studies at OCAD University

Name: School of Continuing Studies at OCAD University
Address: 100 McCaul Street, Toronto, ON, M5T1W1, CA
Telephone: 416-977-6000 x 2321

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School of Continuing Studies at OCAD University

Courses and certificates to help build your career, increase your creative potential, or explore new

Continuing Studies at OCAD University offers workshops, software training, lectures, and studio courses, held in our state-of-the-art facilities. Continuing Studies faculty are outstanding professional artists and designers with active practices in their respective fields.

07/20/2026

Coming this Fall: Art Collecting for Everyone: Building Inclusive Contemporary Collections. Starts Sep.12, in-person. Early Birds get a 20% discount*. Register today!

This hands-on course is for anyone curious about how art enters the world, where it ends up, and how we can participate in collecting in thoughtful, ethical, and accessible ways.

Full details at https://tinyurl.com/899y3fud

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* Early Bird Discount: Must register at least 30 days prior to the start date of the course. Limited time offer, valid for Fall 2026 courses only. Cannot be combined with other discounts. Restrictions apply.

06/12/2026

Human-Centred Design Bursary* Application Deadline: 12 August 2026. Join this immersive certificate. Gain the skills to design meaningful, user-centred solutions. Walk away with a polished design project, a deep understanding of HCD, and a portfolio-ready case study.

Starts September 9

For full details, visit the link in bio.

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*The bursary provides a 60% reduction on the full price of the certificate fee. Interested individuals must apply to demonstrate evidence of financial need. Please note that there are limited funds available. The bursary cannot be combined with the Early Bird Registration Discount. International students are not eligible, and recipients cannot receive OSAP concurrently. Application deadline: August 12, 2026.

04/15/2026

Andres Pena completed micro-credentials in Adobe Illustrator Skills and in Adobe Photoshop Skills. He stacked them towards the Digital Media Skills Certificate and is now a member of the SCS Creative Professionals Network.

For full details, visit tinyurl.com/3ncetu86

📸 All images by © Andres Pena

04/10/2026

New Sculpture Course! Sculpting in the Park: Observational Sculpture from Life.

Learn observational sculpture, create animal studies in a public park setting, and develop small scale oil-based clay sculptures in our studio on-campus.

Register today! https://tinyurl.com/573ae9a6

📸 All images by © David Constantino Salazar .salazar

Learn more about instructor David Constantino Salazar here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxc56u7

03/31/2026

Patrick is an educator and an artist who works professionally in 3D modelling and sculpting. Patrick teaches 3D Animation Studio 1: Introduction to Blender and 3D Animation Studio 2: Intermediate Blender.

For full details, visit tinyurl.com/hhxxw6nb

📸 All images by © Patrick Grimwood.

03/03/2026

Early birds enjoy a 20% discount* in Spring and Summer Courses. Refresh and Renew with Courses at OCAD U. Register today!

Expand your horizons and advance your career with stackable skills for the changing creative job market. Our micro-credentials provide the flexibility to customize your learning experience and to develop specific skills. Earn a digital badge with micro-credentials that build into our certificate programs.

For full details, visit tinyurl.com/4bew77h6

📸 Maliha Ali. Illustration by . Courtesy of OCAD U School of Continuing Studies.

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* Early Bird Discount: Must register at least 30 days prior to the start date of the course. Limited time offer, valid for spring and summer 2026 courses only. Restrictions apply.

01/15/2026

"Creative entrepreneurs today are living at the intersection of three active fault lines: technology, law, and society's idea of originality are all moving beneath our feet. This course is relevant because it equips students with knowledge and skills to keep their balance and thrive as artists and entrepreneurs."

Maya teaches Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship: Creating in the Age of AI. Starts Feb. 17, online.

Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/yavkf3b7 Register today!

01/09/2026

Gain the skills and knowledge to navigate systems and protect your work in the age of AI. This course is for artists, designers, and creatives who wish to understand the intersection of intellectual property (IP), entrepreneurship, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship: Creating in the Age of AI. Starts Feb. 17, online.

Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/3r5yp8vv Register today!

12/02/2025

Forget socks – give the gift of learning and creativity this holiday season! ✨

From oil painting to mould making, creative entrepreneurship to digital skills, OCAD U’s Continuing Studies () courses are the perfect way to spark curiosity and help someone grow their talents. Whether they’re exploring a new hobby or leveling up professional skills, there’s something for everyone.
Give a gift that inspires, challenges, and lasts long after the holidays! 🎁

Learn about our courses at the link: https://tinyurl.com/4bew77h6
Email [email protected]

11/28/2025

Applications Now Open! Thanks to the support of RBC, eligible students may receive financial assistance to enrol in courses towards select School of Continuing Studies certificates. The fund provides a 60% reduction in course fees, for up to five courses.

If you have any questions about the RBC Continuing Studies Creative Professional Skills Fund please contact our office at [email protected]

Applications close February 28th, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EST).

Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/y2vrxb5c Apply today!

Address

100 McCaul Street
Toronto, ON
M5T1W1

Telephone

416-977-6000 x 2321

Website

http://www.ocadu.ca/continuingstudies

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