Art Education (PhD) at Concordia University Montréal

Concordia University Montréal

Canada, Montreal West

University Rank:#465

Concordia University Montréal offers the PhD of Art Education (PhD) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Sir George Williams (SGW) campus in Montreal West, Canada. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for art education (phd) and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 15,926 / year, and the next available intake begins on September 1, 2026.

About Art Education (PhD)

Program overview

The PhD in Art Education, the only one of its kind in Canada, is designed to offer students advanced study and research training in the teaching of visual arts. The art educator is both teacher and artist. Students develop their own research direction in collaboration with the research and teaching expertise of the graduate faculty. Program course work emphasizes the development of critical abilities and research practices so that graduates may become leading contributors to the field of art education.

Disciplines

Faculty of Fine Arts

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Art Education (PhD) at Concordia University Montréal

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission Requirements

MA in Art Education with superior standing from a recognized university.
Candidate possessing an MFA must also complete the art education readings and research methods courses of the MA in Art Education.
Teaching experience, certification or related professional experience.
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 requirements and exemptions.

English Requirements

PTEMin 61
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 90

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

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

15,926 / year

Art Education (PhD) at Concordia University Montréal

Concordia University Montréal

Canada, Montreal West