Overview
This History of Architecture course at Birkbeck, University of London offers you the opportunity to study with internationally recognised experts. Our teaching staff are defining the field, conducting ground-breaking research in the history and theory of architecture, interiors, and cities. You will work closely with them, while also benefiting from being part of our diverse and vibrant student body, which includes people of all ages and backgrounds. Teaching is enriched by walks and site visits, visiting speakers, screenings and opportunities to get involved in research and community outreach activities.
This course is ideal if you are interested in studying the history of architecture at postgraduate level for personal or professional reasons, but you don't want to commit to a full MA. This flexible part-time evening study course allows you to explore your passion for architecture and its histories and you can go on to complete our MA History of Architecture, if you wish.
Careers and Employability
Graduates can pursue careers in the heritage and museums sector, media and education. Possible professions include heritage professional, museum/gallery curator, arts administrator, or advertising account executive. This degree may also be useful in becoming a community arts worker, multimedia specialist, or higher education lecturer.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Frameworks: Histories and Theories of Art, Architecture, Photography
- Museum Cultures Work Placement
- Archaeological Architecture
- Architecture and Spectacle in Late Medieval Europe
- Art Nouveau: Art, Design, Modernity in Paris 1889-1914
- Bramante to Palladio Architecture in Sixteenth-Century Italy
- Gothic in England: Architecture, Liturgy and Identity 1170-1360
- Rome: Place, Continuity and Memory
- Space and Politics in Modernity
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
You are strongly advised to apply now, to ensure there are still places on your chosen course and to give you time to complete the admissions process.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Architecture History Art History View 643 other Masters in History in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a relevant subject or equivalent (for example, professional experience).
- On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve.
- The application form
- Your personal details
- Your qualifications
- Your work experience
- Your personal statement
- Referees
- Statistical information
- English proficiency
Tuition Fee
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International
10920 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10920 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
6020 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6020 GBP per year during 12 months.
- Part-time home students, Year 1: £4515 pa, £1505 pa
- Part-time international students, Year 1: £8190 pa, Year 2: £2730 pa
Living costs for London
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.