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Criticism and Curatorial Practice at OCAD U is the first undergrad program in Canada to prepare artists to be critics and curators. Students in our program also get experience in the studio making art themselves. We believe that people who work in all areas of the art and culture world benefit from this hands on experience. In this program you’ll learn about professional practices in museums, galleries and many other creative institutions. You’ll benefit from studying with artists, curators, writers and designers. You’ll also learn how contemporary art and design productions and exhibitions reach the public. This exciting four-year program will earn you a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Criticism and Curatorial Practice at OCAD U is the first undergrad program in Canada to prepare artists to be critics and curators. Students in our program also get experience in the studio making art themselves. We believe that people who work in all areas of the art and culture world benefit from this hands on experience. In this program you’ll learn about professional practices in museums, galleries and many other creative institutions. You’ll benefit from studying with artists, curators, writers and designers. You’ll also learn how contemporary art and design productions and exhibitions reach the public. This exciting four-year program will earn you a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
Admission Requirements
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
BFA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
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