Bachelor Of Arts - Studies In Arts And Culture (Honours) at Brock University - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-05-30

Program overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts - Studies in Arts and Culture (Honours) is an integrated degree program that explores the interdisciplinary production of arts and culture. This program combines the strengths of the Faculties of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Goodman School of Business. Students will engage in innovative projects, such as creative publishing at the Small Walker Press, while examining various elements of Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music, Dance, and more. The program emphasizes experiential learning, allowing students to customize their education and develop both hard and soft skills essential for success in the arts and culture sector.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Arts - Studies in Arts and Culture (Honours) program is designed to provide a comprehensive education in the arts and culture field. The program length is four years and includes various concentrations to tailor the educational experience:

Cultural Management: Focuses on courses from the Goodman School of Business, preparing students for roles as cultural managers.
Cultural Transmission and Heritage Studies: A collaborative concentration that engages students in cross-disciplinary curatorial projects.
Languages, Arts and Culture: Combines language acquisition with interdisciplinary work in arts and culture.

Students also have the option to combine their degree with a second area of study. Additionally, service-learning or practicum experiences are available with professionals in the Niagara region, enhancing the practical application of their studies.

Featured Experiences

Experiential Learning: Students engage in hands-on projects that enhance their understanding of arts and culture.
Creative Publishing: Opportunities to work on innovative projects like those at the Small Walker Press.
Service-Learning: Practical experiences with professionals in the Niagara region.
Cross-Disciplinary Projects: Collaborations with other departments, such as History and Geography/Tourism Studies.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts - Studies in Arts and Culture (Honours) program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Artistic Director: Overseeing artistic vision and programming for arts organizations.
Arts and Culture Policy Developer: Creating and managing policies related to arts and culture.
Cultural Programmer: Designing and implementing cultural events and initiatives.
Arts Critic/Journalist: Writing reviews and articles about arts and culture for various media outlets.
Museum/Gallery Administrator: Managing operations and exhibitions in museums and galleries.

These roles highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, allowing them to make significant contributions to the arts and culture sector.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-05-30

Program overview

Academic Requirements

For the Bachelor of Arts - Studies In Arts And Culture (Honours) program at Brock University, the following Academic Requirements apply:

General Academic Requirements:

Senior Secondary school credential appropriate for entry to university in your home country.
Academically rigorous Grade 12 year.
Prerequisites required for your program must be taken at the Grade 12 university-preparatory level (or equivalent) and are the highest level of secondary studies available in your final year of secondary school.
You may be required to submit course outlines so Admissions can determine if a prerequisite meets the rigorous academic standard required for admissibility.
Minimum B- average (higher for some programs).

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to ensure that your academic credentials meet the standards set by Brock University. If you have completed secondary studies, you will need to provide all final grades and results as published by your respective institution or examining board. If you are currently enrolled in secondary studies, you will need to provide final grades/results to date, along with progress or predicted grades for in-progress studies.

Additionally, transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

It is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner. For any clarification or support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

English is the primary language of instruction at Brock University. If your first language is not English, you must prove proficiency with one of the following:

IELTS - Academic: overall 6.5, no band below 6.0
TOEFL iBT: overall 88, no band below 21
Duolingo: minimum score of 110
CAEL: overall 70, no band below 60
PTE: 58
IELP Level 5: Successful completion of Level 5 of the Brock Intensive English Language program
CAE (C1 Advanced): 176 minimum score
CPE (C2 Proficiency): 176 minimum score
IB: Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma with English A
English Language Instruction: A minimum of three previous years of full-time study (non-ESL) where the primary language of instruction and evaluation was English, with strong grades in English and other humanities/social science secondary school courses.

*See exceptions below

Online Proficiency Tests: Brock accepts the IELTS, TOEFL-at-Home Edition Test, Duolingo English Test, CAEL Online test, and the PTE Academic Online test.

IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted by Brock Undergraduate Admissions.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!