MA (Hons) History of Art/Italian in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

The study of art history explores the origins and evolution of paintings, sculptures, architectural works, and design across various mediums. You'll have access to exceptional resources including the University Library and Archives, along with The Hunterian—our museum and art gallery housing renowned collections like Hunter, Whistler, and Mackintosh. Additionally, Kelvin Hall, the University and city's cutting-edge collections-access center, will be available to you. A third-year travel grant supports visits to museums, galleries, and architectural sites relevant to your coursework.
First-year studies introduce art history through two foundational courses: Art History and Its Materials and Techniques, and Art History in Action. Designed for accessibility, these courses welcome beginners while exploring masterpieces by celebrated artists, designers, and architects worldwide. They also cover essential topics such as artistic techniques, materials, and the interplay between theory, patronage, and style. Both courses prepare students for advanced study, though either can serve as a standalone introduction for those not continuing beyond Level 1. In subsequent years, you'll examine thematic groups that expand on first-year content, with increased focus on theoretical and contextual frameworks. This prepares you for honors-level study while introducing diverse art-historical methodologies and the socio-cultural contexts of art creation and reception.

Graduates pursue careers in publishing, journalism, education, libraries, museums, galleries, heritage institutions, and art auction houses. Alumni have secured prestigious roles such as a Getty Collections Management Internship in the U.S. and curatorial positions at Dulwich Picture Gallery, Handel House, and the Design and Artists Collecting Society.