Curriculum Renewal
in the Department of Art and Art History
What's happening?
The Faculty of Arts is embarking on an ambitious three-year curriculum renewal process.
This process aligns with the strategic priorities outlined in Ahead of Tomorrow and the Arts Strategic Plan and is informed by the findings of the 2024 Faculty of Arts Unit Review.
Current students will not be affected by this process
You'll be able to complete your degree, and we remain dedicated to supporting you on your academic journey.
Courses remain available and will continue to be offered. Visit the calendar for up to date information
Admissions paused to MFA programs
Starting for Fall 2025, we will pause admissions to the MFA programs in the Department of Art and Art History.
Teaching, research and creative practice
Teaching, research and creative practice in the visual arts will continue to play a vital role in the intellectual and creative life of the University—not only for specialists in these fields, but also for students from a wide range of disciplines, departments and Faculties.
Opportunity to work towards a shared vibrant and sustainable future
Faculty, staff, students, alumni and the wider community will work with the Faculty of Arts and the University of Calgary to explore new, imaginative and innovative disciplinary configurations and partnerships.
Admission-paused programs
Graduate
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based, Art, Drawing
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based, Art, Media Art and Technology
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based Art, Painting
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based Art, Photography
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based Art, Printmaking
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis-based Art, Sculpture
Programs open for application
Frequently asked questions
To refresh and reinvigorate the future of Arts at the University of Calgary.
Our goal for this process is to ensure our programs remain relevant:
- to students
- to communities
- to the broader arts and creative industries, both in Alberta and beyond
- to make a positive impact on our communities while attracting and retaining outstanding talent
The future is bright.
We're proud of our community and industry partner collaborations that ensure excellence across the Department of Art and Art History.
These relationships will be instrumental in our ambitious curriculum renewal process.
We're excited to work with both new and longstanding alumni and partners from arts and creative industries to build a vibrant and sustainable future for visual arts in Calgary.
We're confident that this renewal will:
- Invigorate programs and strengthen our capacity to support excellence in teaching, learning, research and artistic practice
- Enhance the student experience
- Position UCalgary as a leader in visual arts education, research and practice
This is especially important as Calgary emerges as one of Canada’s most influential cultural hubs.
Consultation with students is at the heart of this process.
All current students in the program have been emailed an anonymous survey to provide their questions, concerns and feedback.
In-person consultation sessions are ongoing.
Faculty, staff, alumni and community partners will be invited to future consultation sessions.
Provide your feedback or ask a question
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