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Hons in Visual and Critical Studies

OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Hons in Visual and Critical Studies is a honours degree in Peace and Development Studies programme taught at OCAD University in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 32,000 per year (CAD 7,800 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Honours Degree
Field: Peace and Development Studies
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 7,800 / year
International tuition: CAD 32,000 / year

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: admissions.ocadu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Visual and Critical Studies is a four-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) programme at OCAD University focused on art history in its expanded contemporary sense, covering design, photography, architecture, performance and new media alongside painting and sculpture. Students may also take studio electives, combining historical and critical study with hands-on practice, and can pursue electives across art history, contemporary topics and the liberal arts. Unlike most OCAD undergraduate programmes, admission does not require a portfolio; applicants instead submit a writing sample. Admission is based on official transcripts, a statement of intent and a writing sample. Graduates work in curatorial, arts writing, publishing, arts administration and education roles, or continue to graduate study in art history, curatorial studies, museum studies or related fields.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: For Ontario high school students (OSSD or equivalent), a minimum overall average of 70% is required. Applicants must also submit official transcripts, a statement of intent and a writing sample; a portfolio is not required for this programme.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About OCAD University

“Imagination is Everything”

Type: College
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1876
Students: 4,495
Programs: 24
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Hons in Visual and Critical Studies award?

OCAD University awards a Honours Degree in the field of Peace and Development Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Hons in Visual and Critical Studies take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Hons in Visual and Critical Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 32,000 per year (CAD 7,800 per year for local students).

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