Our MA in Art History and Visual Culture programme will prepare you for an exciting creative career in the art world or more study in the visual arts. This programme puts a spotlight on intercultural issues in art history and visual culture, and professional practice in the visual arts.

The MA History of Art and Archaeology programme is a unique opportunity to study the History of Art and Archaeology of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Students concentrate on architecture, sculpture, painting and the decorative arts and have the option of pursuing topics and approaches more archaeological in focus.

The MA in Art History draws upon the exciting research and outstanding teaching expertise of the department. Studying art history at the postgraduate level will deepen your understanding of art, architecture and visual culture, build your analytical and critical skills, and develop the skills needed for independent study and research. You will complete this degree by researching and writing a dissertation on an agreed topic of your own devising.

Pursue your passion for the history of art and prepare for further academic study, or for a career in the cultural industries. On our MA, you’ll develop your knowledge of the history of art and discover expert networks to support your professional development.

Do you want to pursue your love of art history, ready for a career in the arts and curating sectors? Conduct original research into art objects and discover how to curate historical and contemporary art.

The Department of History of Art offers a broad-based master's programme, which enables you to study a range of periods and approaches before specialising for your dissertation. The MA draws on the research strengths of all members of the department, which includes specialists in medieval, renaissance and modern art.

The MA History of Art and Archaeology of East Asia and Intensive Language is a two-year programme, combining the strengths of the MA History of Art and Archaeology of East Asia with intensive language training in Chinese, Japanese or Korean. You will study the arts of China, Korea and Japan, exploring a wide range of East Asian arts and material culture, from Chinese archaeology to Japanese prints, Korean installation works to Buddhist monuments, in historical and contemporary periods.

The MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East with Intensive Language is a 2-year programme, combining the strengths of the MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East with intensive language training in Arabic, Persian or Turkish.

The MA History of Art and Archaeology of East Asia programme is an unrivalled opportunity to study the arts of China, Korea and Japan. You will consider a wide range of East Asian arts and material culture, from Chinese archaeology to Japanese prints, and Korean installation works to Buddhist monuments, exploring their specificity and the links between them, in historical and contemporary periods.

The MA in Contemporary Art Theory is for those with a special interest in contemporary art, and an aptitude for theoretical work in the subject.

The MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East programme covers an area stretching from Islamic Spain through the Arab countries, Turkey, Iran and Central Asia in diverse historical periods. The Islamic Middle East has given rise to an impressive material culture that continues through to the present.

The MA in the History of Art offers a comprehensive exploration of visual culture from different periods and regions. Students will engage with key themes such as art theory, historical contexts, and ...

The MA in the History of Art offers a thorough exploration of visual culture from different periods and regions. Students examine a wide range of subjects, including painting, sculpture, architecture,...

The program offers a detailed exploration of British art, focusing on its history from the medieval period to the present day. Students develop a strong understanding of how British art has evolved wi...

The program focuses on combining in-depth study of art history with practical skills in curating. Students explore key themes in art history, developing a strong theoretical understanding alongside ha...