BA (Art History and Museum Studies)
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Art History and Museum Studies
Dig into history. Gain new perspectives. Put it all together.
Be part of an innovative program that combines critical studies in art history and theory with extensive hands-on museum and gallery experience.
Study visual, material and cultural production from a global perspective, and develop a frame of reference for understanding imagery and material culture. Gain a deeper knowledge of historical and contemporary art practices through your studies and work with the University’s extensive art collection of more than 16,000 objects, learning to manage and conserve artwork and curate exhibitions.
Our internship program offers an in-depth sense of the range of work and career possibilities in the museum field and the opportunity to develop experience beyond the art gallery and classroom. Focus on areas such as exhibitions, collections and public programming.
Program: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Art History and Museum Studies
Degree Length: 4 years
Join an innovative Bachelor of Arts program that combines critical studies in art history and theory with hands-on museum and gallery experience.
Our Art History & Museum Studies internship program gives you real-world experience in cultural fields.
Access one of the largest art collections in Canada and apply your knowledge in supportive environments.
Key skills gained
- Visual literacy
- Research & writing
- Curation & collections management
Explore careers in
- Galleries & public institutions
- Educational sectors
- Cultural media fields
What you need to know as a current student in this program
There are some required courses in Art History and Museum Studies that provide a great foundation for your major, but you'll have flexibility on choosing courses for the path of specialization you wish to take. Refer to your Program Planning Guide in your calendar year for the courses you'll need to take and choose from within the Art Studio lists, Art History/Museum Studies lists and as Art Electives.
Note: If you are considering graduate work in Art History, you are strongly encouraged to pursue studies in a second language, particularly French or German, as competence in one is generally required for a master’s degree. Students planning careers or graduate work in Museum Studies are encouraged to take French, further Indigenous Studies and Management 3710 (Managing Not-for-Profit Organizations).
- at least 40 courses (120.0 credit hours) with cumulative and graduation grade point averages of at least 2.00;
- 20 required art courses (60.0 credit hours);
- a maximum of 24 courses (72.0 credit hours) from any one discipline for credit towards the degree;
- at least 15 courses (45.0 credit hours) at the 3000/4000 level;
- 12 courses for Liberal Education Requirements.
Remember that program requirements vary depending on the calendar year, which is usually the year of admission (or readmission) to ULethbridge. Therefore, requirements may differ from year to year even within the same major.
Not sure what calendar year you should be using for your program? Want to change your calendar year?
What is a Program Planning Guide?
A Program Planning Guide (PPG) outlines the courses required to complete your program, along with a sequencing plan. You should keep your Program Planning Guide up to date and refer to it for course registration and general program planning. You can find and download Program Planning Guides below!
Did you know? A minor is a great way to complement your major and have your interests in another subject area recognized on your official transcript. It is an optional component of your degree program that requires a smaller number of courses to complete.
See an Advisor for more information about this.
- Visit Fine Arts Advising to request a program check and confirm you are on track to complete your requirements.
- Review the Convocation page and Graduation Checklist.
- Apply for graduation on the Bridge by the applicable deadline.
Fine Arts Advisors are here to help you along the way!
We understand that your goals may change during your academic journey. The Fine Arts Student Program Services team is here to assist you in selecting courses, exploring your academic options, doing program checks and making sure you have everything you need to graduate from this program.
Additional Resources
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Contact Dr. Nick Sullivan, our Fine Arts Recruitment & Retention Specialist. Nick can answer Fine Arts admissions-related questions, and gives awesome tours of the University Centre for the Arts.