Art History and Studio Art Concordia University Montréal

Overview

The Art History and Studio Art (BFA) at Concordia University Montréal offers a unique interdisciplinary pathway for students dedicated to both the scholarly study and the professional practice of visual arts. This integrated programme ensures that historical research informs creative production while practical studio insights enrich academic inquiry.

Students benefit from a flexible curriculum that covers a vast chronological range, from the sculpture of ancient Greece to contemporary installation art. By engaging with both disciplines, participants develop the critical thinking and writing skills of a scholar alongside the technical proficiency required of a contemporary artist.

Why Art History and Studio Art at Concordia University Montréal?

The Faculty of Fine Arts provides an exceptional environment where students gain access to state-of-the-art studio facilities equipped with professional tools. This institutional strength allows for a deep exchange of ideas between researchers and practising artists, fostering a distinctive teaching atmosphere in the heart of the city.

The programme offers a unique integrated path that allows high-achieving undergraduates to get a head start on their graduate studies. Eligible students can complete credits that count towards both their Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Arts in Art History, streamlining their journey into advanced academic research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 1075 per credit
• National fee: CAD 420 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced education in both historical analysis and hands-on creation. Students can take advantage of diverse disciplines within the Faculty of Fine Arts to shape their artistic identity. Modules may include:

• Art History
• Ceramics
• Fibres and Material Practices
• Intermedia
• Video
• Performance
• Electronic Arts
• Painting and Drawing
• Photography
• Print Media
• Sculpture and Installation

Careers with Art History and Studio Art

Graduates are equipped with the discipline and leadership abilities required for successful entrepreneurial endeavours and professional creative roles. The programme prepares individuals for diverse paths within the global cultural sector and creative industries.

Potential career destinations include roles as a practising artist, museum or gallery curator, or art educator with two teachable subjects. Other graduates find success as exhibition designers, art critics, journalists, or writers, while many choose to continue their education through specialised research or graduate studies.