London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA History of Art in London United Kingdom | Birkbeck, University of London
Birkbeck, University of London
|
London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,830
(c. USD26,535.51)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The study of art history is a vibrant and multifaceted field that merges scholarly analysis of visual arts with imaginative inquiries into their cultural, political, and social contexts. Pursuing postgraduate studies in this discipline provides advanced training in observing, analyzing, and researching artworks and their historical significance.
Our MA in Art History introduces you to essential methodologies while enabling specialized focus on preferred eras, spanning from early to modern (including contemporary) periods. The program enhances visual literacy, deepens understanding of artistic traditions, fosters critical discussions, and strengthens research capabilities.
This advanced degree allows you to learn from globally renowned scholars who are shaping the discipline through pioneering research across medieval to contemporary art forms. Our faculty specialize in diverse mediums including painting, sculpture, printmaking, architecture, photography, digital art, and museum studies. You'll engage directly with these experts while joining a dynamic, diverse community of students from various ages and backgrounds.
Start Date: October 2024 Duration: One year
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A second class honours degree 2.2 or above in a relevant subject or equivalent for example professional experience
For students with a degree in a subject other than history of art the oneyear parttime Graduate Certificate in History of Art and Architecture can be used as a conversion course Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate with Merit will normally be guaranteed a place on this programme
Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications andor relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners
On your application form please list all your relevant qualifications and experience including those you expect to achieve
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each of the subtests
TOEFL IBT - Standard requirement - 79 (reading - 18, writing - 23, listening - 19, speaking - 19)
For students with a degree in a subject other than history of art the oneyear parttime Graduate Certificate in History of Art and Architecture can be used as a conversion course Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate with Merit will normally be guaranteed a place on this programme
Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications andor relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners
On your application form please list all your relevant qualifications and experience including those you expect to achieve
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each of the subtests
TOEFL IBT - Standard requirement - 79 (reading - 18, writing - 23, listening - 19, speaking - 19)
Tuition
GBP
19,830