Program Overview

Overview of the Bachelor of Arts in Art History Program

The Bachelor of Arts in Art History program is offered by the Institute of Art History at the University of Leipzig. The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the history of European art from the Middle Ages to the present day.

Program Structure

The program consists of 180 credit points and typically takes six semesters to complete. The curriculum includes:

• Core modules (80 credit points) that cover the fundamentals of art history
• Key skills modules (30 credit points) that focus on developing practical skills
• Elective modules (60 credit points) that allow students to specialize in specific areas of art history
• A bachelor's thesis (10 credit points) that demonstrates the student's ability to conduct independent research

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (allgemeine Hochschulreife or fachgebundene Hochschulreife)
• Proficiency in English (level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
• Proficiency in another foreign language (level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) or Latin

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Museums and galleries
• Art trade and auction houses
• Cultural heritage management
• Academic research and teaching
• Freelance writing and criticism

Program Highlights

The program is characterized by its:

• Strong focus on practical skills and application
• Opportunities for internships and study abroad
• Interdisciplinary approach that incorporates methods and theories from other fields
• Regional focus on Eastern European and global art history

Additional Information

For more information about the program, please note that the following details are available:

• Study regulations and exam regulations
• Module descriptions and study plans
• Information about the institute and its research focus