Arts, Literature and Communication
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Overview
Join the Arts, Literature and Communication DCS - Arts Option at LaSalle College Montréal and explore a world where creativity, culture, and critical thinking come together. Take part in artistic projects, visits to cultural institutions, and alternative art spaces while experiencing Montréal’s intercultural environment. Develop your creativity, expand your cultural knowledge, and learn to approach art, media, and society with an open and critical perspective. Designed for creative and curious students, this program prepares you for university studies while opening the door to opportunities in the arts, culture, and communications industries.
About the Program
The Arts, Literature and Communication program offers a creative and critical education that explores visual arts, art history, cinema, graphic design, and narrative creation. Through hands-on workshops and theoretical courses, students develop their artistic sensibility, analytical skills, and visual and media communication abilities. The program emphasizes experimentation, reflection on contemporary cultural issues, and the completion of concrete projects. This program prepares students for university studies in arts, communication, or cultural fields, while helping them define a strong creative and critical identity.
Opportunities
Our unique approach incorporates real-world experience with classroom learning for a hands-on, practical education.
- Collaborate with active industry professionals;
- Sharpen skills in a practical setting;
- Learn from the various school trips you'll participate in;
- Create a portfolio tailored to your studies and career objectives;
- Practice AI tools in classes.
Accelerate your career!
Upcoming Sessions
LaSalle College has three annual start dates: fall, winter, and summer.
We accept applications at any time. Registration is open year-round.
Processing time:
- Canadian applicants: up to two weeks,
- International applicants: up to six months.
Submit your application as soon as possible to ensure a spot in your desired semester.
Note that applications are not processed until all required, validated documents and admission fees are received.
| Start date | Language | Schedule | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Aug 27, 2026 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Aug 27, 2026 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
| Aug 27, 2026 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
| Jan 7, 2027 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
| Jan 7, 2027 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
| Jan 7, 2027 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Jan 7, 2027 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Aug 26, 2027 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Aug 26, 2027 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Montréal | Apply now |
| Aug 26, 2027 | English | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
| Aug 26, 2027 | French | Full-time - Daytime | Online | Apply now |
Admissions Criteria
Exceptions to these admission criteria may be applied.
Every application is reviewed by the College.
To be eligible for acceptance into this program, applicants are generally required to meet one of the following criteria:
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Secondary School Diploma (DES)
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Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) with completion of:
• Secondary French V,
• Secondary English V,
• Mathematics from Secondary IV.
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Equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient.
List of Courses
Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs consist of:
- General education courses common to all programs,
- General education courses specific to the program,
- Complementary general education courses.
Concentration Courses
Semester 1
- Art History I (75 hrs)
- Visual Language (45 hrs)
- Artistic Expression Workshop (60 hrs)
Semester 2
- Art History II (60 hrs)
- Cinematic Language (60 hrs)
- Creation Workshop I (75 hrs)
Semester 3
- Critique I: The Contemporary Era (60 hrs)
- Creation Workshop II (60 hrs)
- Image and Professional Identity (45 hrs)
Semester 4
- Critique II: Current Issues (60 hrs)
- Artistic and Media Scenes (45 hrs)
- Integration Project (60 hrs)
* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.
General Education Courses
College-level institutions emphasize general education that focuses on core cultural knowledge, skill development, responsible citizenship, and shared cultural heritage.
Alumni have a well-rounded skill set and general knowledge that is valued in the workplace.
- 3 Physical Education courses (90 h)
- 3 Philosophy courses (150 h)
- 4 Language and Literature courses (240 h)
- 2 Second Language courses (90 h)
- 2 Complementary courses (90 h)

Tuition & Aid
LaSalle College programs qualify for the Loans and Bursaries Programs offered by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur du Québec, and for several other types of loans and bursaries.
Québec Resident? Take advantage of a special $300-per-semester rate—tuition similar to your nearest CEGEP. Studying in our bright, modern facilities has never been so affordable.
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