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Please note that Sheridan is closed for the holidays starting Monday, December 22 and will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026. For a full list of student resources available during the closure, please visit Sheridan Central. If you are a new student starting in January, you can also view the full schedule of events on the New Student Orientation page on Sheridan Central.

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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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108 graduates nominated for Emmys
21 graduates nominated for Oscars
No. 1 animation school in Canada

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Career Development

Animation students enjoy magical internships with Walt Disney

Dec 10, 2025

Ava Ireland and Amelia Kim share their favourite moments, memories and takeaways from prestigious internship.
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Arts & Design

Indie Incubator offers animation students different internship option

Nov 13, 2025

For 13 third-year animation students, completing their internship last summer was a unique experience.

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Arts & Design

BFTV graduate directs vignette featuring Dr. Samantha Nutt

Nov 12, 2025

Laila Vaga explores the legacy of award-winning humanitarian and the impact of war in short film that premiered this month.

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Teaching & Learning

Sheridan designated an Apple Distinguished School

Oct 27, 2025

This honour places Sheridan among a select group of schools worldwide to receive this designation.

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