Santa Barbara,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in History of Art and Architecture in Santa Barbara United States | University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Barbara
|
Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,118
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of History of Art and Architecture equips students for advanced studies that can lead to professions as art and architecture scholars, museum and gallery specialists, or roles in arts management and conservation. The program provides comprehensive degree options covering diverse eras and mediums, from Ancient to Contemporary art, with specialized focus areas in African, Chinese, Islamic, and Latin American art. It particularly excels in early-modern and modern/contemporary art studies, along with architectural and urban history. Many faculty members bring substantial museum experience, theoretical knowledge, and practical skills, coupled with active engagement in theoretical discourse and on-site research, including archaeological excavations. Students benefit from outstanding resources including a top-tier Arts Library, Image Resources Collection, Architectural Drawing Collection, and the Art, Design & Architecture Museum.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Statement of Purpose, Personal History and Diversity Statement, and Resume or CV (submitted in online application)
Three Letters of Recommendation (submitted online)
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (submitted online)
As a means of fostering inclusivity and access, we no longer require GRE scores.
Sample of written work that is art historical in nature, (50 pages maximum), Those with an MA in Art History: submit a copy or a chapter of MA thesis (note: writing sample should be uploaded with application as supplemental document and submitted by December 15).
English Language Exam Scores (if applicable): TOEFL Internet-Based Test (IBT) total score of 80, or TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) total score of 550, or IELTS Overall Band score of 7
Final/Official transcripts will be required for all applicants who are admitted and have indicated their intent to enroll at UC Santa Barbara by submitting a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR). UC Santa Barbara reserves the right to require official transcripts at any time during the admissions process, and rescind any offer of admission made if discrepancies between uploaded and official transcript(s) are found.
Three Letters of Recommendation (submitted online)
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (submitted online)
As a means of fostering inclusivity and access, we no longer require GRE scores.
Sample of written work that is art historical in nature, (50 pages maximum), Those with an MA in Art History: submit a copy or a chapter of MA thesis (note: writing sample should be uploaded with application as supplemental document and submitted by December 15).
English Language Exam Scores (if applicable): TOEFL Internet-Based Test (IBT) total score of 80, or TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) total score of 550, or IELTS Overall Band score of 7
Final/Official transcripts will be required for all applicants who are admitted and have indicated their intent to enroll at UC Santa Barbara by submitting a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR). UC Santa Barbara reserves the right to require official transcripts at any time during the admissions process, and rescind any offer of admission made if discrepancies between uploaded and official transcript(s) are found.
Tuition
USD
29,118