Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Honours) in Art History, Heritage and Museum Studies in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
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Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
20,475
(c. USD27,420.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The BA in Art History, Heritage and Museum Studies provides an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the histories and theories of art, heritage, and museum practices. You'll gain comprehensive knowledge of visual culture's evolution, examining both renowned artworks and architectures alongside underrepresented or marginalized artistic expressions. This program also delves into critical heritage studies, addressing ethical dilemmas, legal considerations, and discussions about preservation methods, public engagement strategies, and community involvement in heritage presentation.Key curriculum components include:Museum history and developmentEthical challenges in curationHeritage conservation practicesModern and Contemporary Art studiesInstitutional politics in museums and heritageDigital innovations in museum and heritage sectorsNo prior qualifications in Art or Art History are required for admission. We value students who approach visual culture with fresh insights and original perspectives.Essex stands out for its exceptional teaching standards, ranking 3rd nationally for art history research excellence (REF2021 Grade Point Average). Unlike many UK institutions, you'll benefit from direct instruction by our specialist faculty from your first year of study.
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Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels.
BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.
Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent.
IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554.
IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications.
QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided
T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.
IELTS- 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component TOEFL IBT- 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Tuition
GBP
20,475