MA in Art Education - General in Denton United States | University of North Texas

The Department of Art Education equips future arts educators with innovative skills to thrive in evolving educational environments, blending critical analysis, creative exploration, transformative art practices, and inclusive approaches to foster equitable and sustainable outcomes. Our M.A. in Art Education provides three distinct pathways—Advanced Studies, Museum Education, and Teaching Certification—designed to help you: Strengthen your advocacy for arts education, Rediscover your teaching inspiration, Emerge as an institutional leader, Develop expertise to shape administrative decisions, and Join a vibrant professional network. Whether you're a certified art teacher pursuing advanced studies, aspiring museum educator, or seeking Texas K-12 art certification, this program meets your needs.

The Art Education master's program enables students to expand their understanding of educational theory, practice, and research while focusing on specialized areas of art and museum education. Our curriculum combines analytical thinking, innovative research, transformative creation, and inclusive methodologies to promote justice and sustainability. Students can select from three concentrations—either for professional growth or to obtain new specializations and credentials. All tracks provide flexibility to complete a thesis, project, or practicum. The 36-credit program leads to an M.A. in Art Education.

This general track serves practicing art educators, including certified teachers, who wish to deepen their understanding of historical and contemporary art while refining their pedagogical approaches through advanced study. Participants may opt for coursework alone or complement it with a thesis or final project.