Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design

Sheridan's Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design (FAAD) is Canada's largest art school.

Internationally recognized for our outstanding programs, we train performers, animators, filmmakers, designers and artists like you to realize the full potential of their talents.

Our renowned faculty members come from the industry, which means you receive a professionally relevant education that also makes you highly employable in your field. FAAD also gives you the chance to learn the latest technologies and offers opportunities to collaborate with students from other disciplines and faculties for a balanced education. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is infused into our programs so the unique identities and talents of our students and faculty are valued and contribute to the rich diversity of our arts programs.

As a FAAD graduate, you leave with a rare combination of artistic talent, professionalism, and technical sophistication. You’ll be poised for success – and prepared to make your creativity a force for change.

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84 graduates nominated for Emmys

19 graduates nominated for Oscars

No. 1 animation school in Canada

Student work

Visual effects animation of a giant, fiery robotic hand reaching up in front of buildings — Dai Zhongyan, Visual Effects

Work by Art History students hanging in a gallery — Jordan Clawsey, Art & Art History (2016)

*Migration* (2015), gouache on paper, 50 x 180 inches

A computer-animated scene created by Sheridan grad Xiangyu Chen — Madeline Munoz Sosa, Computer Animation, January 2019

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Arts & Design

Kent Monkman wins Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts

Mar 18, 2025

Renowned Indigenous artist was also named to Order of Canada in 2023.

The cover of the book, Dylan's Daddy Dies, with drawings of six cats and a dog.

Arts & Design

Sheridan Illustration students help bring Lighthouse book to grieving children

Mar 7, 2025

Sheridan Honours Bachelor of Illustration students have partnered with Oakville-based non-profit Lighthouse for Grieving Children and Families to create a book aimed at supporting children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or other close family member or friend.

A sign which reads: Sheridan Art Hive. Come in! Everyone welcome.

Community

Sheridan's Art Hive creates belonging, community and connection

Feb 11, 2025

Sheridan's Art Hive is a safe, creative gathering space that welcomes everyone as an artist, regardless of their ability.

Theatre poster featuring Wild Child and Armchair Confidential

Arts & Design

Theatre Sheridan’s Musical Development Project brings new musicals to the stage

Feb 4, 2025

Sheridan students will have the opportunity to collaborate with artists around the world, thanks to a new initiative from Theatre Sheridan, the Musical Development Project.

Latest news

Sheridan graduate Kent Monkman wins Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media ArtsMar 18, 2025 | Arts & Design
Sheridan Illustration students help bring Lighthouse book to grieving children Mar 7, 2025 | Arts & Design
Theatre Sheridan’s Musical Development Project brings new musicals to the stage Feb 4, 2025 | Arts & Design

Faculty events

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Reimagining Healthcare: Innovative Approaches to Prevent Chronic Disease
May 27, 2025
Convocation Ceremonies
Oct 8, 2024
The &nd Festival and Indie Lit Market
Nov 3, 2023