125 Part-time Master's degrees in Art History

The Visual Development master programme at Academy of Art University offers a professional public study mode for aspiring artists. This advanced degree focuses on high-level creative skills and portfolio building. Students engage in rigorous training designed to prepare them for elite roles within the global entertainment industry.

The MA in Contemporary Art and the Moving Image (CAMI) at The Courtauld Institute of Art is a new, collaborative degree programme focused on the vibrant intersection of contemporary art and moving image practice. 

Chinese Art from The Chinese University of Hong Kong provides academic training for students to conduct advanced research on history, theory and studio practice of Chinese art. 

The History of Photography with Curating (Part-time) degree at Birkbeck, University of London, is a two-year programme designed for those interested in the intersection of photography and curatorial practice. This part-time course offers evening classes, allowing students to balance their studies with other commitments while engaging with expert faculty in a vibrant academic environment.

On the History of Design and Material Culture course offered by University of Brighton you will dive into the study of objects, images, and spaces from the 18th to the 21st century, exploring topics from protest T-shirts to wedding dresses and car ads to street photography.

The History of Arts by dissertation programme offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.

The Graduate Diploma in Contemporary Art History at Goldsmiths, University of London, is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme. This diploma is designed for graduates from various disciplines who are keen to explore contemporary art and visual cultures in depth, enhancing their critical engagement and research capabilities.

The Arts programme at the University of Auckland offers advanced postgraduate study through M.A. research or taught pathways. Available in a public study mode, this flexible degree varies in duration and allows students to engage in deep scholarship across more than 40 diverse subject areas to enhance their professional expertise.

The Art History, Collections and Curating MA at University College Dublin provides advanced training in visual culture. This one-year, full-time public programme focuses on curatorial practice and art history. Students develop professional skills in Dublin to prepare for careers in research, writing, and museum management.

The MA program in Art History at the University of Saint Thomas Saint Paul focuses on the development of key skills that serve professionals working in many capacities. Some of our students continue their formal academic studies by pursuing a PhD, while others find positions teaching, working in the museum world, managing art collections, or working for private or public arts organizations.

The Master of Arts in the field of History of Art from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg has an active cohort of postgraduate students pursuing Honours, Masters and PhD degrees

The central objective of this MA programme in Conservation-Restoration at the Bern University of Applied Sciences is to train you to engage in interdisciplinary exchange, in order to make appropriate recommendations for the conservation of cultural artefacts. You will also become practised in implementing these recommendations.

The University of Kentucky prepares the next generation of arts leaders through its innovative online M.A. in Arts Administration.

The Museum Cultures with Curating MA at Birkbeck, University of London, offers a comprehensive exploration of museum practices and curatorial studies. This one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme is designed to equip students with essential skills in curating and museum management, tailored for evening study.

The master of Art History at University of South Africa (UNISA) offers high-quality general academic and career-focused distance education tuition in the arts, humanities, social sciences, religion and theology. 

The History of Art and Architecture M.Phil. at Trinity College Dublin is a one-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. This advanced degree focuses on primary research within world-class Irish and global collections, combining rigorous academic methodology with direct engagement with art and design.

The History of Art MA at Birkbeck, University of London, is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme designed to deepen your understanding of art and its historical contexts. Classes are conducted on campus during evenings, allowing flexibility for working professionals and students alike.

The Master of Arts in Art and Process at Munster Technological University is a dynamic programme designed for those wishing to deepen their artistic practice. This full-time course spans 1.5 years, comprising three semesters, and offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical learning experiences tailored for aspiring artists.

The College of Humanities, the largest of UKZN’s four Colleges, is the home of critical thinking, social commentary and robust intellectual debate. It is aptly referred to as “The Soul of the University.” We offer a master degree in Art History at University of Kwazulu Natal.

Arts Performance Management (Research) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is designed to promote independent thinking and active participation. FSSK has an impressive and proven track record in teaching, research and publication, as well as graduate employability.