Master of Arts in Art Education

The Master of Arts in Art Education (MAAE) is a 36-credit program that teaches students how to apply their knowledge and talents to become change makers, activists, and catalysts for positive change, going beyond the conventional to reach radical possibilities in art education research and practice. Our future art educators will be immersed in a theory-rich academic experience, rigorous research training and a hands-on, field-based practicum that reflects current trends and roles that art educators play in diverse professional settings, including community organizations, non-government organizations, museums, galleries, and visitor centres – wherever people welcome the opportunity to learn with, in and through art.

Applicants to the MAAE program should possess either a bachelor’s degree in fine arts, media arts, art education, design, or equivalent.Applicants without these credentials or those granted by the NSCAD Visual Art Certificate for Teachers, in consultation with the MA program director, must complete a minimum of 12 credits in EDAR or studio-based undergraduate courses. This study will be undertaken at the applicant’s own expense, and does not guarantee admission to the MA program. A minimum grade of ‘B’ must be earned.