University of Manitoba
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics is a four-year studio-based degree focused on clay as a medium for artistic expression and design. Students develop skills in hand-building, wheel-throwing, surface finishing, and kiln technologies while exploring the history, theory, and cultural significance of ceramics. The program supports both functional and conceptual approaches, preparing graduates for careers as ceramic artists or craft professionals and for advanced study in contemporary fine arts.
Job Title | NOC Code | Salary Range (CAD) | Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Ceramic Artist | 53124 | $40,000 - $75,000 | Creates functional and decorative ceramic works through various techniques including hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing. |
Studio Potter | 53124 | $38,000 - $70,000 | Designs and produces handmade pottery for sale, managing all aspects of a small-scale ceramics studio business. |
Contemporary Ceramics Artist | 53122 | $45,000 - $80,000 | Explores clay in conceptual, sculptural, or installation-based works, often exhibited in galleries and art festivals. |
Mixed Media Sculptor (Ceramics Focus) | 53122 | $45,000 - $85,000 | Combines ceramics with other materials to create complex visual works that reflect contemporary artistic themes and narratives. |
Craftsperson – Ceramic Design | 53124 | $40,000 - $70,000 | Designs and fabricates high-quality ceramic objects such as tiles, tableware, or sculpture for retail and commissioned markets. |