Curatorial Studies and Practices (Grad. Cert.)

Concordia University Montréal

Canada, Montreal West

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Concordia University Montréal

Canada , Montreal West

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Sir George Williams (SGW)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 12,060 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Curatorial Studies and Practices (Grad. Cert.)

About

Program overview

Concordia’s Graduate Certificate in Curatorial Studies and Practices (15 credits) offers students introductory and advanced seminars in curatorial theory and practices, an exhibition concept design course, and the choice of a three-credit elective. Additionally, this Certificate grants students the opportunity to bring a curatorial project to life through a three-credit practicum. Offered in the summer term, the practicum takes place on campus in our dedicated Curatorial lab or across the city at partnered cultural spaces and venues throughout Montreal.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in museology, art history, curatorial studies, visual arts, art education, cultural/history studies, or a related field.
Alternatively, applicants with relevant professional experience, a non-traditional educational path or lived experience will be considered based on their application dossier.
Proficiency in English: applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on the requirements and exemptions.

English Program Requirements

English language Requirements

IELTS

Scores below 6.0: No Admission

Art History (MA):Minimum overall score of 7.0 and no part under 6.5

Art History (PhD):Minimum overall score of 7.5 and no part under 6.5

Film and Moving Images (MA):Minimum overall score of 7.0 and no part under 6.5

Film and Moving Images (PhD):Minimum overall score of 7.5 and no part under 6.5

TOEFL

Scores below 80: No Admission

Art History (MA):Minimum overall score of 95 and no part under 20 in each of the four components

Art History (PhD)

:Minimum overall score of 106 and no part under 20 in each of the four components

Film and Moving Images (MA):Minimum overall score of 95 and no part under 20 in each of the four components

Film and Moving Images (PhD):Minimum overall score of 106 and no part under 20 in each of the four components

DTE

No English language courses required.

Score above 120

Some programs require a higher minimum score. See below.

Some programs offer admission with additional English language courses as determined by a Concordia University placement test. Please contact the Department to confirm your program’s requirements.:

Art History (PhD):Score above 125

Art History (MA):Score above 125

Film and Moving Images (MA):Score above 125

Film and Moving Images (PhD):Score above 125

PTE:

For more information on the test, or to register: pearsonpte.com.

PEARSON	Admission condition
61 or higher and no part under 53	No English language courses required.
Between 52 and 60 or any part under 53	Some programs offer admission with additional English language courses as determined by a Concordia University placement test. Please contact the Department to confirm your program’s requirements.
Scores below 52: No Admission