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MA Kunstgeschichte (Art History) at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

Research-oriented master's programme integrating theory and research practice, giving an up-to-date art-historical education that deepens bachelor's-level knowledge.

Faculty: Fakultät für Geschichte, Kunst- und Regionalwissenschaften  |  Department: Institut für Kunstgeschichte  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in German, partly English  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Theoretical and research-practice training reflecting current research approaches.

Career pathways

Qualifies for research-related work in the main art-historical fields, including museums and collections.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Professional degree in art history, or another professional degree with at least 60 credit points in art history. The Faculty of History, Art and Regional Studies checks the requirements and issues a decision. Open admission (no numerus clausus). Application period: 02.05. – 15.09.; portal: AlmaWeb.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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