Overview

The History of Art course offered at University of Birmingham offers a range of research expertise from medieval and Renaissance art and architecture to contemporary global art. One of our research strengths is British art, but we're excited to hear about research proposals exploring art from across the world.

Key facts

Join a research driven department with a variety of interests across History of Art. The research has real-world impact and includes collaborations with cultural organisations across the Midlands region.

Home to Midlands Art Papers, an open-access online journal and collaborative curatorial programme.

Contribute to the Department's research blog The Golovine sharing life in the Department for our students and researchers.

Take part in the Department's annual symposium and gain invaluable experience presenting your research.

Conduct your PhD research from anywhere in the world by distance learning.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Department of Art History, Curating and Visual Studies address topics and questions from all over the world. We have three research streams and a particular interest in British Art.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00

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If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.

Language

English

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

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

For MRes and MA by Research programmes, we usually require a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area.

Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience you may have are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.

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Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

22600 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22600 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

4921 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4921 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: £2,461 part-time

International: £11,300 part-time (distance learning only)

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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