Online MLitt in Digital Art History
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
07 Aug 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 18,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* £6000 per year of study
Key Summary
Introduction
Digital Art History is an innovative programme that explores how digital tools and methods can be applied to art historical research. Students will critically examine the possibilities and limitations of digital methodologies while simultaneously developing practical skills in data visualisation, spatial mapping, 3D modelling, and network analysis.
Teaching will be delivered jointly between Art History and Computer Science. No prior experience studying either subject is required.
Course details
The Digital Art History course is an online self-paced programme, with options to study for a PGCert, PGDip, or MLitt.
Highlights
- First degree programme in Digital Art History in the UK
- Delivered jointly by the School of Art History and the School of Computer Science
- Flexible and fully online
Admissions
Curriculum
The modules published below are examples of what has been taught in previous academic years and may be subject to change before you start your program.
Those studying for an MLitt take five modules in Art History, three modules in Computer Science, and a dissertation or final project from the following.
MLitt
Dissertation or final project
Following the successful completion of the coursework, MLitt students undertake a dissertation module of 60 credits (15,000 words). The dissertation should demonstrate an element of independent thinking or originality of thought in the establishment of the argument and be based upon founded research, analysis, and interpretation. It should demonstrate the organizational and presentation qualities required for academic work.
The dissertation can follow the traditional route of a 15,000 thesis or can be delivered via an alternative format structure of a 10,000-word thesis plus 5000 related digital projects. Students can expect to meet with their supervisors at least three times during the research and writing of their dissertations and to make appropriate arrangements for the submission of drafts and timely feedback.
Teaching
Teaching format
Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical work. A self-led approach is taken, with students accessing modules and components at a pace and on a timetable that suits their work and study environment.
Assessment
Most modules are assessed through coursework exercises, presentations, and tests.
Scholarships and Funding
The University of St Andrews is committed to attracting the very best students, regardless of financial circumstances.
The University of St Andrews offers postgraduate scholarships and other financial awards. These may be held in addition to external funding or awards from a government body. These may also cover (fully or partially) tuition fees, maintenance (living costs including accommodation), or both.
Scholarships are available based on academic merit and financial need. There are scholarships available for both home and overseas fee status. The scholarship team recommends reading the terms of each award carefully and applying to a range of funding sources.
Postgraduate scholarships
Postgraduate study is an investment in your intellectual development and career potential. The University of St Andrews provides scholarships to help as many students as possible continue in higher education.
Scholarship availability may depend on your area of study or fee status (for example, whether you are a 'Home' or 'Overseas' student).
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Alumni of the School of Art History have gone on to work in a variety of global, commercial, financial, and research institutions, including:
- BBC
- British Library
- Christie’s
- Country Life magazine
- Legal and General
- National Museums Scotland
- Phaidon Press
- Royal Archives
- Sotheby’s
- Tiffany and Co
- Vertigo Films
- The Week magazine
Further study
Many graduates of the School of Arts and Humanities continue their education by enrolling in PhD programs at St Andrews.