Overview

The History of Art and Architecture programme at the University of Oregon offers a rigorous intellectual environment for students to master visual culture and built environments. This Master of Arts degree focuses on developing advanced research skills and critical thinking through a diverse curriculum spanning prehistoric to contemporary eras.

Students benefit from the extensive resources of the College of Design, including the dedicated Design Library and various research facilities. The faculty provides expert mentorship across multiple specialisations, ensuring that graduates are prepared for doctoral studies or professional roles in the global cultural sector.

The curriculum is structured to ensure both breadth and depth of knowledge.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 34386 per year
National fee: USD 34386 per year
Local fee: USD 20076 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes a mix of core seminars, methods courses, and electives. Modules may include:

Critical Approaches to Art History
Art History
Research
Thesis
Terminal Project

Students must also complete graduate seminars in specific historic areas. These distribution requirements ensure engagement with at least three of the following fields:

Prehistoric-Ancient
Medieval
Early Modern
Modern-Contemporary

Careers with History of Art and Architecture

Graduates from this programme frequently pursue diverse professional paths within the arts and heritage sectors. Many alumni secure roles as curators in galleries and museums, while others focus on the archiving and cataloguing of primary source materials for historical organisations.

The degree also serves as a robust foundation for those intending to pursue a PhD in Art History. Former students have successfully transitioned into roles involving art historical writing, dissemination of research, and the management of digital art collections or online cultural platforms.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Global Masterpieces: Monuments in Context

Visual Culture

Western Art

Oriental Art
Gothic Architecture

Survey of Latin American Arts
Italian Renaissance Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Eugene, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Art History Liberal Arts View 411 other Masters in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose

Writing Sample

List of Art History Courses

Description of Language Preparation and Proficiency

Transcript(s)

Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

34386 USD / year

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Out-of-State

34386 USD / year

≈ 34386 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

20076 USD / year

≈ 20076 USD / year

Living costs

Eugene

United States

970 - 1380 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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