Queen's University, Ontario, Canada

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.C.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Art conservation is an exciting and challenging multidisciplinary field involving the examination, interpretation, analysis and
conservation of cultural, historic and artistic objects. Professional conservators must rely on their knowledge of both the
humanities and the sciences to understand the creation and production of material culture in past and present contexts and to
ensure its preservation for the future. Queen’s University offers Canada’s only art conservation Master's degree program.

Students in the Treatment stream specialize in the treatment of artifacts, paintings or paper, leading to a career in conservation practice. A two-year program is offered to science and engineering graduates, leading to a career in conservation science. A one-year mid-career program is also available to practising conservators with at least five years of experience.

Accreditation:

Ontario Graduate Council

Eligibility Requirements:

* 4-year Honours bachelor degree in humanities, sciences or engineering with upper second-class standing (or equivalent).
* Treatment Stream students: one full-year, post-secondary course in fine art studio or workshop practice (or equivalent), one full-year university course in general chemistry and a one-term university course in organic chemistry.
* Applicants with an undergraduate degree in the humanities must have a minimum of five full-year courses in art history, ethnology, archaeology, or equivalent.
* Applicants with a science or engineering undergraduate degree must have a minimum of two full-year courses in art history,
ethnology, archaeology, or equivalent.
*Good visual sensitivity and manual skills
* Familiarity with 35-mm SLR camera, digital camera and darkroom practice
* Experience in conservation is highly recommended

International Student Requirements:

as per domestic students but proof of English language proficiency also required

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes