Overview
Pursue your interest in visual art at advanced level, to develop a high level of expertise in topics in history and philosophy of art and to prepare for doctoral research in history of art or philosophy of art.
Particular focuses include contemporary art, photography, Renaissance art, medieval art, 18th-century British painting, 19th-century French painting, modernism, aesthetics and the philosophy of art and film. You may elect to take a Philosophy of Art & Aesthetics pathway, which draws on the expertise of our Aesthetics Research Group. This History and Philosophy of Art programme is offered at University of Kent.
Careers
Arts postgraduates have gone on to work in a range of professions, from museum positions and teaching roles to marketing and gallery assistants. Our graduates have found work with Tate Britain, the V&A, Museum of Childhood and other arts, culture and heritage-related organisations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Key Concepts and Classic Texts in History and Philosophy of Art
- Analysing Film
- Film Studies: Innovation and Writing
- Drawing: History and Practice
- Art and Architecture of the Renaissance
- History and Theory of Curating
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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There is no fixed application deadline for applications from home/EU students, though we strongly recommend you apply as soon as possible.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
History Philosophy & Ethics Art History View 216 other Masters in Art History in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A second class honours degree (2.2 or above) in a relevant humanities subject. Applicants without these qualifications will be judged on the basis of a sample of written work, an interview and relevant experience.
- Your application should include a sample of your academic writing. Ideally this will be an essay, on a similar or related topic, that you have recently written as part of your undergraduate degree programme. Please upload this to your application portal.
Tuition Fee
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International
17400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17400 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9300 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9300 GBP per year during 12 months.
- EU students - £13000
Part-time:
- UK - £4650
- EU - £6500
- International - £8700
Living costs for Canterbury
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.