University of Lethbridge
Bachelor of Art History & Museum Studies

Lethbridge, Canada

DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's degree

DURATION

4 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Art History & Museum Studies program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the history of art and the role of museums in society. Students will engage in critical analysis, research methodologies, and practical experiences through internships. The program emphasizes curatorial practices, exhibition design, and museum education, preparing graduates to understand the cultural significance of art.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including positions in museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, and education. Potential roles may include museum curator, exhibition designer, education coordinator, and art historian. This degree equips students with essential skills for various roles in the vibrant field of art and heritage.

Be inspired by art and visual culture and make your mark on the world. Work with internationally active artists and scholars as you pursue your professional and creative goals in a collaborative environment.

Combine 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 your work with the University’s extensive art collection of more than 16,000 objects, learning to manage and conserve artwork, and curating exhibitions.

Work-Integrated Learning

You have full access to co-operative education, international exchanges, independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities. uLethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer cooperative education to all majors, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Internship Opportunities

Expand your experiences and gain new perspectives beyond the art gallery and classroom. Focus on areas such as exhibition organization and installation, collections management, and public programming. Gain professional experience through exhibition and curatorial opportunities in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery, the Student Art Gallery, the Penny Gallery, and in the broader Lethbridge arts community.