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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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Research & Scholarship

Creating a stage for all ages

Jul 09, 2026

Theatre Sheridan Production Manager, Centre for Elder Research building inclusive volunteer communities for older adults.
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Arts & Design

Sheridan student films debut on CBC

Jul 8, 2026

A Sheridan student, Ashley Bazalar Arroyo, and a recent graduate, Benjamin Hamilton, are set to have their films aired on Toronto Reel Shorts, as part of CBC’s Absolutely Canadian series.

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Arts & Design

Sheridan tops Canadian animation rankings for eighth straight year

Jun 25, 2026

Animation Career Review also ranks Sheridan second-best among international schools for sixth straight year.

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Arts & Design

Student-designed cups and bowls to be used in hospitals across Canada

Jun 22, 2026

Global equipment supplier Burlodge launches new cup and bowl system designed by Tobin Nickle-Lott.

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