BA (Hons) History of Art and French in Bristol United Kingdom | University of Bristol

This program merges art history with French studies, providing a stimulating academic journey filled with diverse opportunities to explore your passions.

Both departments foster a dynamic connection between research and teaching, creating an engaging educational atmosphere where instructors integrate cutting-edge findings into their curriculum.

You'll acquire fundamental art history competencies, allowing you to examine various forms of visual and material culture while deepening your research abilities through specialized topics.

The French component includes structured language instruction alongside explorations of Francophone culture, with elective modules covering literature, cinema, history, philosophy, politics, linguistics, and visual arts. Your third year abroad in a French-speaking environment will enhance both linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding.
Instruction occurs through multiple formats including lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and individual supervision. Evaluation methods range from presentations and written assignments to exams, group projects, debates, digital media creations, and thesis work.

Our curriculum develops versatile skills highly valued by employers in today's globalized job market across various industries.

French language study accommodates both beginners and advanced learners (A-level equivalent or higher). Modern language students enjoy access to our advanced Multimedia Center and can participate in enriching extracurricular activities like guest lectures, cultural clubs, language exchanges, student publications, and performance events.