PhD in Art Education
Program overview
The PhD in Art Education, the only one of its kind in Canada, is designed to offer students advanced study and research training in the teaching of visual arts. The art educator is both teacher and artist. Students develop their own research direction in collaboration with the research and teaching expertise of the graduate faculty. Program course work emphasizes the development of critical abilities and research practices so that graduates may become leading contributors to the field of art education.
Program Details
- MA in Art Education with superior standing from a recognized university.
- Candidate possessing an MFA must also complete the art education readings and research methods courses of the MA in Art Education.
- Teaching experience, certification or related professional experience.
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the Graduate Admission page for further information on the Language Proficiency requirements and exemptions.
This program is recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Education for purposes of perfectionnement.
Fully-qualified applicants entering the program with a master’s degree are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits.
12 credits – Required Courses
ARTE 870 - Critical Perspectives on Art Education: History, Theory and Practice (3 credits)
ARTE 872 - Advanced Critical Analysis (3 credits)
ARTE 882 - Research Practice (3 credits)
ARTE 884 - Doctoral Seminar (3 credits)
15 credits from
Course work and independent study in art education and/or relevant disciplines, to complement their research and professional interests. These courses must be approved by the student’s program advisor and the graduate program director.
Comprehensive Examination
ARTE 883 - Comprehensive Examination (no credit)
63 credits – Research and Thesis
ARTE 890 - Research and Thesis (63 credits)
Please apply and submit your documents online. See the how-to-guide for application procedures and visit the department website for application and portfolio requirements.
| DEGREE |
FALL (September) |
WINTER (January) |
SUMMER (May/June) |
| Art Education | PhD | Jan. 15 | n/a | n/a |
Sample classes
- Critical Perspectives on Art Education History: History, Theory and Practice
- Advanced Critical Analysis
- Foundations for Inquiry
- Research Practice
Consult the graduate calendar for a complete list of current courses.
PhD students may apply to teach reserved courses and/or research and technical service assistantships to gain work experience. The application forms can be found here.
