Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Museum Studies

About this programme

Join an innovative Bachelor of Arts program that combines critical studies in art history and theory with hands-on museum and gallery experience. Our Art History and Museum Studies internship program gives you real-world experience in cultural fields. Access one of the largest art collections in Canada and apply your knowledge in supportive environments. Shape how the world sees art, history and cultural preservation. You’ll become a critical thinker, storyteller and problem solver who can apply these skills in a wide variety of settings. You have full access to co-operative education , international exchanges , independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities . ULethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer co-operative education to all majors, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Gain professional art gallery experience through exhibition and curatorial opportunities in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery, the niche gallery, Penny Gallery, and in the broader Lethbridge arts community. We offer competitive residency and project awards for students to focus on special projects, gain real-world experience and hone their talent through research and artistic creation. Our internship program offers an in-depth sense of the range of work and career possibilities in the museum field and the opportunity to develop experience beyond the art gallery and classroom. Focus on areas such as exhibitions, collections and public programming. Some of these careers require additional education. Students may also choose to continue their educat