Arts Education Simon Fraser University

Overview

This Arts Education programme offered by Simon Fraser University examines how artistic expression shapes learning, community participation, identity formation, and societal transformation across diverse settings. Students investigate conceptual, historical, philosophical, ecological, and relational dimensions of creative practice while drawing connections between educational experiences and multiple ways of knowing. The programme values diverse perspectives, including Indigenous, phenomenological, and socially engaged approaches, encouraging inquiry that responds to contemporary cultural and environmental challenges.

Key Facts

Candidates come from varied backgrounds such as dance, media, music, theatre, writing, and curatorial work. Doctoral study emphasizes the integration of scholarly investigation, imaginative exploration, and professional practice through interdisciplinary projects and collaborative engagement. Research may focus on public participation initiatives, wellbeing, teaching preparation, technological innovation, embodied experiences, global perspectives, and performance-based investigations. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in educational institutions, cultural organizations, consulting, and creative communities.