Overview

The History of Art programme from University of Birmingham overs an extensive range of artists, movements and historical periods. You’ll explore the breadth of art history, taught by renowned expert academics who teach in exciting and innovative ways to make sure your studies are engaging and transformative.

Gain practical skills on our optional Enterprising Cultures module, exploring how arts organisations operate commercially and pitch your own business ideas in the arts sector.

Career opportunities

By studying a postgraduate degree in Art History, Curating and Visual Studies at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to research and analyse information, write to tight deadlines, and strong verbal and written communication skills.

The Art History, Curating and Visual Studies graduates enter many roles, including:

Gallery managers and curators

Exhibition curator

Secondary School Teacher

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criticism and Methods in the History of Art and Visual Culture

Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art

Enterprising Culture

Exhibition Cultures

Made in Birmingham. Art and Urban Space

Queer Art From Britain Since 1957

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-29 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-12 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Art History View 111 other Masters in Art History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in History of Art. We will also consider a different Humanities or Arts subject, provided you can demonstrate your interest in History of Art. This might be through relevant work experience or studying relevant modules during your Honours degree.

It is recommended using the personal statement to outline your interest in History of Art and any previous or current experience you have in this area.
If you’ve been out of education for several years, we will consider professional references in place of the standard two academic references.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

26180 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26180 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10900 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: £5,450 part-time

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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