Art Education (MA)

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #497 =

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Art Education (MA) at Concordia University in Montréal, Canada is a master's degree in Education & Teaching programme. The programme runs for 2 years.

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 2 years

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The MA in Art Education develops a critical understanding of the theories and practices used in teaching visual arts. The program connects studio practice with pedagogical theory and offers both thesis and course-based completion options. Students complete 45 credits over a nominal two years of full-time study. Applicants typically hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts or a Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in art education, along with prior experience teaching art or art-related subjects. Graduates receive a Master of Arts (MA) from Concordia University's Department of Art Education. The program prepares students for advanced roles in art teaching, curriculum design, and arts-based research, and for further doctoral study. Instruction is delivered on Concordia's Sir George Williams (SGW) campus in Montreal, with intake in the Fall term.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants require a Bachelor of Fine Arts or a Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in art education, or an equivalent qualification, with an overall grade average of B or better. Experience teaching art or art-related subjects is required. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About Concordia University

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1974

Students: 43,922

QS rank: #497 =

Programs: 250

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Art Education (MA) award?

Concordia University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Education & Teaching on completion of this programme.

How long does Art Education (MA) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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