Visual Merchandising Arts

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Program description - January 2027

Imagine pursuing your passion in the highly creative visual merchandising industry, the art and science behind retail design and development.

In our two-year Visual Merchandising Arts diploma program, you will combine the art of window displays, prop making, graphic design, floral design, and photo styling with the science of floor planning, planogramming, branding, and e-commerce.

Visual Merchandising Arts is creating an inviting and interactive environment for the consumer, using a variety of on-trend materials, software, and technology. This program focuses on project-based, hands-on learning for the creative problem solver.

A field placement opportunity is provided in the second year of the program to gain industry experience in the field of visual merchandising, as well as make new partnerships with industry members.

Program details

Code: 1206

Start: January 2027

Campus: Kitchener – Doon

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Length: 2 years

Credential: Ontario College Diploma

Program contact

Andrea Hein
Ahein@conestogac.on.ca

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Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help eligible Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance (grants and loans) for educational costs and living expenses. The amount of funding you are eligible for depends on your program, course load, educational and living expenses, and financial situation. Apply for assistance on the OSAP website and visit OSAP & aid for more information.

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