Master's programs in Arts Education at SFU provide students with the knowledge to help develop:

• creativity
• problem-solving
• multiple modes of communication
• self-discipline
• critical thinking skills

that can be implemented in a variety of traditional and non-traditional educative environments.

The Arts Education MEd program is a course work only degree culminating in a portfolio/ interview examination. All students enter graduate work in Arts Education through the MEd route.
 

The Master of Education (MEd) in Arts Education develops critical knowledge of art theory and practice related to education, program development, and learning and teaching across a range of arts disciplines. 

This program is suitable for those working in schools and other educational, arts-based contexts.
 

The Master of Arts (MA) in Arts Education requires fewer courses than the MEd but involves the completion and examination of an academic thesis. 

Students may be admitted to the MA after completing four courses and with the approval of the arts faculty team. 

The MA prepares students for work in various arts and educational contexts and is a suitable foundation for doctoral study.

• Newly issued official paper transcripts
• Academic Writing Sample
• Letter of Intent
• Reference Letters
• English Language Competency Test Results
• Passport

A bachelor's degree from Simon Fraser University or its equivalent with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0/4.33 (B), or a grade point average of at least 3.33/4.33 (B+) based on the last 60 units of undergraduate/graduate courses will normally be required for admission.

Iran

Required Credential or Degree

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

16 on a 20-point scale

China

Required Credential or Degree

A four-year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

3 on a 4-point scale (B, 75%);
4 on a 5-point scale (B, 80%)

India

Required Credential or Degree

M.A., M.B.B.S., M.Comm., M.Sc., or a Master's degree in a non–engineering field or Honours B.Eng., B.Sc.(Eng.), B.Tech., B.A.Sc., B.Arch. B.Pharm

3-year degrees are an acceptable basis for admission if:

• The applicant’s overall standing in degree is 1st Class/Division, AND
• The awarding institutions have been accredited by India’s National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a grade of A or better http://www.naac.gov.in/ OR
• The awarding institution is designated an Institution of National Importance, such as the Indian Institute of Technology.

Minimum Overall Academic Standing

First Class; 8 on a 10-point scale