| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Honours Bachelor of Craft and Design (Furniture) program at Sheridan College empowers students to design and create exceptional furniture through hands-on experience and a focus on structure, function, and aesthetics. The program's comprehensive curriculum includes studio-based instruction, theoretical coursework, and practical training, preparing graduates for careers in furniture design, making, and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program:
Honours Bachelor of Craft and Design (Furniture)
Duration:
4 years (8 semesters)
Location:
Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville)
Overview:
This program empowers students to design and create outstanding furniture by gaining hands-on experience in designing and fabricating furniture pieces. The program emphasizes understanding structure, function, and aesthetics to produce beautiful and practical designs.
Objectives:
- Develop innovative solutions tailored to target markets
- Plan and execute the creation of objects through research, ideation, visualization, analysis, production, and evaluation
- Critically evaluate design decisions and develop defensible arguments
- Explore the potential of materials and processes to create unique and innovative objects
- Develop a personal aesthetic that differentiates work from peers
Outline:
Course Schedule:
The program has a structured course schedule that includes studio-based instruction, theoretical coursework, and practical hands-on training. Modules are carefully designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of furniture design and fabrication.
Modules:
- Furniture Design
- Furniture Fabrication
- Interdisciplinary Project
- Commercial Furniture Practices
- Capstone Project
Module Descriptions:
Furniture Design:
Modules focus on developing students' design skills, including furniture typologies, surfaces, linear forms, storage, seating, and client proposals.
Furniture Fabrication:
Modules provide practical training in woodworking methods, cabinetry essentials, linear construction, chair prototypes, and professional methods.
Interdisciplinary Project:
Modules encourage collaboration across disciplines, bringing together students and faculty from different studios to explore the potential of contemporary art, craft, and design.
Commercial Furniture Practices:
Modules cover the business aspects of furniture design, including marketing, promotion, and client services.
Capstone Project:
Modules guide students through a comprehensive project that showcases their design and fabrication skills.
Assessment:
The program assesses students' learning through various methods, including:
- Studio work critiques and evaluations
- Written assignments and presentations
- Research projects
- Interdisciplinary collaborations
- Capstone project assessments
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program employs a combination of teaching methods, including:
- Hands-on studio instruction
- Lectures and seminars
- Group discussions and critiques
- Online learning platforms
Faculty:
The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in furniture design and fabrication. Faculty members provide guidance, support, and mentorship to students throughout the program.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the program are equipped for careers in:
- Furniture Design
- Furniture Making
- Project Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Teaching
- Furniture Sales and Marketing
- Fabrication
- Gallerist/Curator
Career Opportunities:
Graduates can find employment in design and manufacturing industries, arts service organizations, galleries, and retail operations specializing in craft and design. Opportunities exist for pursuing graduate education in related fields.
