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Are you a trend-setting visionary with a creative eye? Are you fascinated by different artistic mediums and processes? Do you believe that art and creativity have a great impact on society’s evolution? Illustrate your passion with an Art Degree.
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Faculty of Arts & Science
Are you a trend-setting visionary with a creative eye? Are you fascinated by different artistic mediums and processes? Do you believe that art and creativity have a great impact on society’s evolution?
Illustrate your passion with an Art Degree.
Faculty of Arts & ScienceArt
Does art imitate life or does life imitate art? What value does creativity hold in modern society? How has creativity helped shape societies in the past? As an art student, you will explore these kinds of questions, investigating the roots of your own creative experience and view of the world.
Your degree will begin by studying how art connects us with the world, exploring familiar subject matter in new ways. From this foundation, you will explore a wide range of artistic media including painting, drawing, sculpture, photo-arts, printmaking, and audio and video recording/editing and digital media.
You’ll also delve into Art History, studying the Masters in the context of their time and place. You will learn how their creativity and social situations caused one evolution after another in the art world, and in many cases, influenced the rest of the world around them.
The Student Art SocietyThe Art Society promotes and stimulates both student and public awareness of visual arts in Lethbridge and surrounding area by providing exhibition opportunities, information resources, curating and adjudicating opportunities and peer support.
The Art Society has more than 300 members and displays student artwork in community venues like the Penny Coffee House, Sterling Mutuals, City Hall and Westside Starbucks.
Art ProgramsThe University of Lethbridge offers two routes for those wanting to pursue a degree in Art—the BA route through the Faculty of Arts & Science and the BFA route through the Faculty of Fine Arts. Whatever degree you choose, you can rest assured that you will study with gifted experts across a wide range of artistic genres, including professional artists and scholars.
There are numerous degrees you can complete with a major in Art through the two faculties: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Arts & Science (BASc), Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Management (BA/BMgmt), Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (BA/BEd), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art), Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (BFA/BEd), Post-Diploma Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) (after a 2 or 3-Year Diploma) or a Post-Diploma Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (BFA/BEd).
To determine which route is best for your particular career goals and interests, please speak to an Academic Advisor.
Art CoursesHere’s a sample of courses offered in Art:
Senior Art StudioRequired in the Art Studio major in the BFA (Art) and optional in the BA program, the Advanced and Senior Studios allow you to do self-directed study under the supervision of an expert instructor. This includes the use of an individual studio space—a rarity for any undergraduate program.
What is the Study of Art?
“My professors have changed my outlook on the art world and pushed me to be a critical thinker.
Emily McCormick
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• Drawing • Painting • Photography • Photo-Art• Sculpture • Museum Studies• Art & Culture • Printmaking• Art History
• Media Arts• Architecture & Design Now• Contemporary Art Practices
& Theory • Context & Environment• Video Sketchbook• Critical Issues in Museum
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Skills AcquiredIn addition to developing exceptional written and oral communication skills in the program, you will also develop your critical and analytical thinking skills, your information acquisition and management skills, as well as your attention to detail. All of these abilities are highly sought after and can be applied to practically any working scenario.
Graduate StudiesYour undergrad degree prepares you for post-graduate studies, whether you choose to pursue your Master’s degree here at the University of Lethbridge or at another institution.
Professional DisciplinesYour BA or BFA (Art) also provides an excellent foundation for Education, Journalism, Law or Management.
Related FieldsAs a graduate of the program, you could pursue a career in:
• Art Restoration• Art Therapy• Artifact Preservation• Graphic Design• Video Production• Museum Curation• Photography• Arts Management
• Fine Art Appraisal• Art Education• Art Consulting• Architecture • Environmental Designer• Web Design • Industrial Designer • Art History Research
What Are Your Future Prospects?
Our Faculty Members & Their ResearchFaculty members in the Art Department are happy to involve undergraduate students in their projects, using state-of-the-art facilities and equipment—giving you the opportunity to get additional hands-on experience.
Art CollectionOne of the most impressive collections in the country, the UofL Art Collection’s strength lies in its diversity. The collection includes drawings, prints, paintings, photographs, sculptures and installations from Canada, America and Europe, spanning the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries.
Visiting Artist ProgramThrough Art Now and Architecture & Design Now courses, you will have the opportunity to meet and learn from nationally and internationally renowned artists, architects, curators and designers on a weekly basis.
Current Research & Areas of Interest:• Painting• Printmaking • Photographic Arts• Digital Imaging• Sculpture
• Environmental Art Installation• Video & Audio Installation• Art Theory • Art History
ulethbridge.ca @ulethbridge.caJoin us online!
University of Lethbridge4401 University DriveLethbridge, AB T1K 3M4 403 329 [email protected]/artsci/art
*This brochure should be used in conjunction with the University of Lethbridge calendar, which is the final authority regarding program requirements and academic regulations.
Put Your Knowledge to WorkWhether you’re looking for a more in-depth learning experience by assisting with research projects or by testing your knowledge in a real-life setting, we can help. Combined with your required coursework, the programs outlined below will provide you with a solid foundation for further studies and an excellent framework for a challenging and rewarding career—whatever direction you decide to go.
Research & Independent StudiesIn addition to your regular courses, you have the opportunity to participate in Independent Studies. You’re able to contribute to departmental activities by volunteering on research projects or through employment as a Research Assistant.
If your GPA is high enough, you can also enrol in undergraduate thesis-based courses where research is a component of your studies. There are field school opportunities available in some disciplines, as well as many opportunities to study abroad.
For current Research or Independent Studies opportunities, contact the Department directly.
Applied StudiesApplied Studies is another special opportunity offered to all Arts & Science students as a way to earn course credit for career-related paid, volunteer or Community Service work experience. This program is specially designed to allow you to integrate principles learned in the classroom in a practical work setting.
For more information on Applied Studies, visit:ulethbridge.ca/appliedstudies
Co-operative Education & InternshipsThe Faculty of Arts & Science is proud to offer you the chance to participate in our award-winning Co-op Program—the only one of its kind in Alberta. Co-op allows you to gain work experience directly related to your studies and make invaluable contacts in the workforce, all while earning a competitive salary. Completion of the program allows you to receive a Co-op designation on yourdegree and, most importantly, a kick-start to your career the minute you graduate.
For more information on Co-operative Education & Internships, visit:ulethbridge.ca/coop/artsci
Academic AdvisingSU060Students’ Union Building403 329 [email protected]/artsci/advising
