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Certificate in Literary and Art History

Thompson Rivers University

Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

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Thompson Rivers University offers Certificate in Literary and Art History, a certificate in Art History programme in Kamloops, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Art History
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: tru.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Certificate in Literary and Art History is a one-year, 30-credit certificate delivered on-campus at Thompson Rivers University's Kamloops campus, with a September intake. The program examines the connection between literature and visual art, covering painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistory through the Renaissance and later periods, alongside critical reading and writing using a range of creative and narrative texts, drawing on TRU's English and art history course offerings. It combines art history and literary study to build analytical and writing skills that carry into further humanities study or a related degree program. Entry is direct from Grade 12 or through mature-student status, and the certificate is open to international applicants; the credential awarded is a Certificate in Literary and Art History.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature-student status, and English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 at a minimum of 73%, or the TRU equivalent (ESAL 0570 and 0580, or ENGL 0600 or 0601). International applicants meet Thompson Rivers University's institution-wide English-language bar for direct entry into an undergraduate certificate program: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 88 with no section below 20.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Thompson Rivers University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1970
Students: 31,000
Programs: 216
Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Certificate in Literary and Art History award?

Thompson Rivers University awards a Certificate in the field of Art History on completion of this programme.

How long does Certificate in Literary and Art History take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can Certificate in Literary and Art History be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Thompson Rivers University.

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