Overview
Art History provides advanced training in research and writing for students and specialists pursuing further academic study in art history or professional careers in museums and other art-related fields. It is important to understand that The University of Hong Kong's programme is not primarily a curatorial studies programme, nor does it focus on navigating the art market.
We do include training in a number of curatorial skills that are essential for work in museums and galleries, but these are just part of the larger academic curriculum, which emphasizes art historical research, theory, and writing.
Programme goal
- Students enroll and participate in six courses, three per semester, and explore various themes, time periods and subjects in art history.
- By the end of the programme they focus on a specific research topic and write an MA dissertation of 10,000 words, under the supervision of a recognized authority in the chosen field of inquiry.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Art History: goals, methods, and writing
- Art history: materials, techniques, and collections
- Dissertation writing workshop
- Seminar in Chinese art
- Seminar in contemporary art
- Seminar in Art History research and writing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Design Visual Arts Art History View 5 other Masters in Art History in Hong Kong (SAR)Academic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- The application form (through the online portal)
- A statement of purpose (no more than 1,000 words)
- C.V. or resumé
- A copy of their university transcript(s)
- A copy of their university certificate(s) (if applicable)
- An academic or professional writing sample in English (no more than 5,000 words, including footnotes and bibliography)
- Two reference reports (by email)
- Original paper transcript(s) (if required, by mail)
- Original TOEFL or IELTS reports (if required, by mail)
Tuition Fee
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International
26770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26770 USD for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
26770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26770 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
- HK$210,000.
Living costs for Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.