Program Overview

Art History (MA) Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Art History at Concordia University is one of Canada's longest-standing and foremost graduate programs in the discipline. Founded in 1973, it offers extensive seminar offerings every year, focused on various thematic issues related to the faculty's current research on medieval, Renaissance, modern, and contemporary art and architecture from across the globe.

Program Structure

The program requires the completion of a minimum of 45 credits, including:

• 6 credits of required courses:
  • ARTH 654 Annotated Review of Sources and Documents (3.00)
  • ARTH 655 Thesis Seminar (3.00)
• 15 credits of seminars selected in consultation with the graduate program director or the student's supervisor
• 24 credits of thesis work (ARTH 656 Thesis)

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must have:

• A BFA or a BA with a major in Art History or an approved equivalent with at least a B+ average in the major area
• Proficiency in English, as demonstrated by meeting the university's English language proficiency requirements

Application Process

The application process involves submitting a complete application by the deadline, which includes:

• January 15 for Fall admission
• No admission for Winter or Summer terms Priority is given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. International students are encouraged to apply early due to the waiting period involved in meeting entry requirements to Canada and Quebec.

Tuition and Funding

Tuition and fees may depend on student status and other factors. Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs, including awards, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships. Students are automatically considered for entrance graduate awards when they apply, provided they meet eligibility criteria.

Research Areas

The program offers the possibility of pursuing research in various areas, including medieval, Renaissance, modern, and contemporary art and architecture, as well as print culture, photography, interior design, craft, and fashion. Students can also pursue an internship in a museum, gallery, or other local cultural organization in Montreal.

Program Duration and Campus

The program is two years in duration and is based at the Sir George Williams (SGW) campus. The start term is Fall, and students undertake a directed review of sources and write a thesis that is an original and topical contribution to art historical scholarship under the supervision of a faculty member.