Faculty of
Arts
The Faculty of Arts proudly provides a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere for our multi-talented students to thrive. Our first-class programs open doors to rewarding careers in hundreds of diverse fields, as demonstrated by our prestigious alumni who have gone on to become leading change-makers and sought-after experts around the world.
The value and power of an Arts degree is unmatched. Whether you’re interested in the Fine Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences, we have a program and a path of study waiting for you. Our award-winning and friendly faculty members, staff and advisors can’t wait to meet you and help you reach your goals.
Prospective Students
Explore our undergraduate and graduate programs by visiting our newly updated program guides that outline your journey from now until graduation. We also offer skill-focused certificate programs.
current students
Learn about advising services, course registration information and get answers to some of your most frequently asked questions.
DEPARTMENTS
We are home to sixteen departments, including some that are ranked indisputably among the finest in Canada.
outside of canada?
We welcome students from all around the world who are ready to study their passions, explore their interests, and make connections with classmates who become friends. The city of Edmonton awaits!
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$15M
in research funding
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57,000+
Arts alumni
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$135M
in endowments
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7,000+
current students
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Meet the Dean
Get to know the leader of Arts, Dean Robert Wood, as he answers some fun – and more serious – questions about his life in and outside of the U of A.
Events
2024 Gordon Hirabayashi Annual Lecture
The inaugural Gordon Hirabayashi Annual Lecture on October 3 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at the Telus International Centre celebrates the legacy of former University of Alberta Sociology Professor Dr. Hirabayashi, whose work centred on human rights and ethnic minorities in Canada. Join us to hear Dr. Pamela Sugiman explore the oral history and memory studies of Japanese Canadians.
Giving
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