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MA Kunstgeschichte: Werke - Kontexte - Diskurse (Art History) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Master on the role of artworks in the modern world and on preserving art for future generations.

Faculty: Fachbereich 07 - Geschichts- und Kulturwissenschaften  |  Department: Institut für Kunstgeschichte und Musikwissenschaft  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Three large modules examine works of visual art and architecture from different epochs: Work and Object Analysis, Art and Contexts, and Art, Architecture and Image Theories.

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Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Bachelor's degree of at least six semesters with at least 90 credit points in art history, or an equivalent degree. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early April to 1 September.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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