Articulation discussions have been initiated between Saskatchewan Learning and Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology (SIAST) for an agreement to articulate Practical and Applied Arts currricula with SIAST non-apprenticeable programs. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) will be used to evaluate knowledge and skills of students.
Discussions are underway to articulate an agreement for the Photographics 10, Photography, 20, 30 and Graphic Arts 20, 30 Curriculum Guide with courses offered at SIAST. Common course content between the K-12 curriculum guidelines and SIAST courses will be identified in order to establish articulation agreements. Details regarding these discussions have not been finalized at this time and will be released at a later date. More information on the Pathway for Articulation of the Non-Trade course areas will be found in the Practical and Applied Arts Handbook.
Students planning to enter the Applied Photography program at SIAST will be required to submit a portfolio of ten to twenty images that are representative of the type and quality of the photography they create. Applicants can also include other art forms such as painting and drawing. Motivation is a primary factor ahead of image quality. An essay of one to three pages in length outlining their goals (long and short term), aspirations and expectations is also expected of students as part of the program entrance requirements.
Students planning to enter the Media Arts Production or the New Media Communications programs are encouraged to submit a presentation portfolio of their work.