BA History of Art at University of Manchester

History of Art at Manchester explores art history and visual culture from the Medieval period to the present day. Gain a broad-based foundation in Art History in the vibrant city of Manchester, home of renowned art galleries and museums, including the Whitworth and the Manchester Museum. Explore your interest in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Victorian, Modern and Contemporary Art, as well as the art of the Global South.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This is a foundation year that introduces key art historical concepts and methods of analysis and interpretation as well as skills in academic writing. It includes a substantial amount of gallery-based teaching. Year 1 compulsory units include Art Spaces, Art History Tutorial 1, Art History Tutorial 2, Ice Age to Baroque: Artworks in History, Rococo to Now: Artworks in History.

Career pathways

My Experience Studying Art History at Manchester A degree in Art History not only prepares you for a career in the art world but also equips you with intellectual and practical skills applicable to many spheres of employment. In our image-saturated world, understanding the power of images and having the skills to interpret and analyse them can lead to a satisfying career in a variety of industries.

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