Minor in Curatorial Studies
The Curatorial Studies Minor is for students who wish to develop an understanding of collecting, archiving and exhibiting both historical and contemporary cultural objects. This minor familiarizes students with the professional roles of those working in museums, galleries, archives and other heritage institutions; examines these institutions' impact on society; and discusses how these institutions intertwine with cultural communities. Students have opportunities to develop exhibition proposals and participate in exhibition-making activities.
Students should consult with the School of Image Arts Academic Coordinator before starting courses toward the minor.
Administered by: School of Image Arts
To receive this Minor, students must complete six (6) courses from the following curriculum:
Two (2) of the following:
Plus four (4) of the following:
- FPN 546 Curation and Exhibition
- FPN 633 Topics in Contemporary Art
- FSN 711 Curation and Exhibition
- HIS 510* Museology and Public History
- HIS 610 Curating the Past
- HIS 710 Managing Heritage Resources
- IDE 401 Exhibition Design
- MPC 103* Reframing Art History
- MPC 201* - Contemporary Art: Concepts and Theories
- MPC 203 - Modern Art and Theory
- NMA 835 Media and Museums
- NPF 515 - Gender, Race, and Sexuality in Art
- NPF 525 - Photography in Canada
- NPF 530 - Electronic and Digital Art
- NPF 554 Advanced Topics in Contemporary Art
- NPF 559 Advanced Topics in Curatorial Practices
- NPF 567 Exhibition Practices in Contemporary Art
- NPF 569 Disaster Images
- NPF 571* Introduction to Museum and Gallery Studies
- NPF 572 Curatorial Practices in Toronto
- NPF 700 Global Photographies
*If not already taken as a required course.
Please see Senate Policy 2, Section 7.4 for further information about Minors.