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Art History (PhD)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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Art History (PhD) is a doctorate in Art History programme taught at McGill University in Montréal, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Art History
International tuition: CAD 9,581 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Art History at McGill University, offered by the Department of Art History and Communication Studies in the Faculty of Arts, provides rigorous methodological and theoretical training spanning antiquity to the contemporary moment, with an international scope. The program develops advanced skills in research, literature review, original thinking, and academic writing, and can also be taken with a Gender and Women's Studies option, in which the doctoral dissertation must significantly engage with issues of gender, women, or feminism. Students benefit from access to internship and research opportunities at the McGill Visual Arts Collection, Rare Books and Special Collections, the Osler Medical Library, the McCord Museum, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Faculty specialize in fields from Medieval and Renaissance to Modern, Contemporary, Canadian, Indigenous, and East Asian art history. Admission is through the Fall intake only.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.30 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants require an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, though this program requires a minimum GPA of 3.3 out of 4.0, along with English-language proficiency. Applicants should consult the program website for specific required application documents.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Art History (PhD) award?

McGill University awards a Doctorate in the field of Art History on completion of this programme.

How much does Art History (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,581 per semester.

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