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Arts & Humanities

MA Art History (Kunstgeschichte) at Universität Hamburg

Universität Hamburg, Germany

Programme overview

Master's giving comprehensive knowledge of the history and theory of the fine arts (architecture, sculpture, painting, graphics, applied arts) as well as design, photography and audiovisual media.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester  |  Location: Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

What you will study

Profiling phase (semesters 1-3) with five compulsory modules, a free elective area and a final module.

Career pathways

Work in academic research and teaching, museums and other fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is restricted. General requirements for master's programmes are proof of a first degree and language proficiency; programme-specific criteria are set out in the programme's application information (PDF). Application period: 01.05. to 15.06. und 01.12. to 15.01..

Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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