Program Overview

Art has an important place in history, in power and protest, status and symbolism. A history of art degree will provide a complementary addition to your existing passion for history.

You will already have your favourite historical subjects, perhaps the Tudors, civil rights, or the Second World War. You can extend your knowledge of these topics, but also discover new ones, exploring from 500 CE to the present, examining a range of countries around the world. You will also build on your existing research, writing and debating skills.

In history of art, we will explore the meaning of art and its place in society, from the Renaissance to the present day. You will study a range of visual arts, including:

You will learn the key issues and methods relating to the interpretation of artworks. Our 'Art and Architecture in Nottingham' module takes advantage of our rich local culture.

You can tailor your degree using the wide choice of optional modules. This includes modules from other subjects such as American and Canadian Studies, and Culture Film and Media. You can choose to specialise, or maintain a range of interests as you progress through the course.

It is not necessary to have studied art or history of art to apply for this course.

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