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Build the groundwork for advanced studies in art history and related disciplines with this graduate diploma in World Art Studies.
Perfect for those without prior expertise in art and material culture but with a strong enthusiasm for the subject and aspirations for further academic pursuit. You'll explore art history and related areas, selecting optional modules aligned with your interests and goals. The program offers access to all undergraduate modules in Art History and World Art Studies (including those incorporating archaeological or anthropological perspectives on art), allowing you to carve your own unique journey through this captivating discipline.
This program takes you on a global exploration of art and architecture across different societies and eras, from ancient times to the present. You'll experience thoughtful, in-depth engagements with artworks while critically examining art history and cultural theories. Students select four to six optional modules from a diverse catalog covering subjects like 20th-century UK and American art, Venetian art and architecture, contemporary art practices, abstract art, Medieval artworks, portrait history, and introductions to art history, archaeology, anthropology, and museum studies. Selected modules may include field trips and hands-on artifact examination. The curriculum fosters essential abilities in visual analysis, critical evaluation, articulate writing, and confident presentation. Additionally, you'll have privileged access to study the renowned art collection at the Sainsbury Centre, an architectural masterpiece in modern museum design.