Art History BA (Hons)
Birkbeck, University of London
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Our BA Art History degree helps you to develop a range of key skills, from critical thinking and writing, to historical research and visual analysis. We will explore the cultural and political contexts of artworks, buildings and exhibitions, and think more broadly about the role of images within society. Our modules make a creative and enjoyable use of the art galleries, museums and other facilities in London and beyond, including an exciting study trip abroad in spring.We teach art history as ...Read more

Our BA Art History degree helps you to develop a range of key skills, from critical thinking and writing, to historical research and visual analysis. We will explore the cultural and political contexts of artworks, buildings and exhibitions, and think more broadly about the role of images within society. Our modules make a creative and enjoyable use of the art galleries, museums and other facilities in London and beyond, including an exciting study trip abroad in spring.We teach art history as a rich and dynamic topic, encompassing architecture, installation, exhibitions, print culture and digital media as well as painting, sculpture and photography. You will be taught by experienced and skilled teachers who are also published writers of ground-breaking art history in periods from medieval to contemporary.On this art history degree, you will be part of a diverse, vibrant and stimulating student community in central London. Our evening teaching allows you to combine studying with work or taking up volunteering opportunities during the day, and the course will support you in making the first steps towards working in the arts. Our alumni now work in a variety of arts and art-related organisations in London and beyond, or progress to postgraduate studies.If you opt for the Foundation Year route, this will fully prepare you for undergraduate study. It is ideal if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied the relevant subjects, or if you didn't achieve the grades you need for a place on your chosen undergraduate degree.


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- Birkbeck was ranked as one of the top four universities in the UK for its Art and Design research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.- The teaching and research of history of art was established almost half a century ago at Birkbeck. Today, we are an internationally respected centre in this area. Keep up to date with our activities on the Birkbeck History of Art blog. We offer information evenings for prospective students interested in our History of Art courses throughout the year. As well as regular gallery and museum visits, we offer an exciting study trip abroad every spring.- We have a state-of-the-art cinema and exhibition spaces, all housed in a historic building that was a former home to key members of the Bloomsbury Group, including the author Virginia Woolf and the artist Vanessa Bell. See a video about our home in Gordon Square.- As a student here you are encouraged to become involved in our lively research culture through the Centre for Museum Cultures, the History and Theory of Photography Research Centre, the Architecture, Space and Society Centre and the Vasari Research Centre, which has pioneered the field of digital art history.- We typically have some bursary funding available from our annual application to the Royal Female School of Art Foundation, which supports undergraduate students who are experiencing short-term financial hardship.


Careers and employability

Graduates can pursue career paths in:- arts management- conservation and policy- education- marketing- publishing- the museums and heritage sectors- research and academia.Jobs gained by some of our graduates include:- Head of Learning, Design Museum- Curator, Schools Programmes, Tate Modern- Curatorial Assistant, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco- Curatorial Officer, National Army Museum- Head of Campaign Management, Science Museum- Curator, Handel House Museum- Head Curator, National Maritime Museum- Director, Foundling Museum- Curator, British Art 1850-1915, Tate Britain- Courses and Events Programmer, National Gallery.

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Lily
07 Feb 24

Great student resources & accessible resources at that, but there is not a feeling of cohesion or any opportunities on a regular basis for networking amongst research..Read more

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Anna
26 May 21

Studying in Birkbeck has been an inspiring experience. The level of support and opportunities in this university make me want to stay after I finish my degree. I would consider..Read more

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A level:

CCC - ABB Grades / Points required

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96 - 128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:15,M:15 Grades / Points required

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We accept an Access to Higher Education Diploma with a Merit or Distinction in social science or humanities units.

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9,250 per year

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17,620 per year

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07 Feb 24
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Great student resources & accessible resources at that, but there is not a feeling of cohesion or any opportunities on a regular basis for networking amongst research...
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Anna
26 May 21
Studying in Birkbeck has been an inspiring experience. The level of support and opportunities in this university make me want to stay after I finish my degree. I would consider...
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Birkbeck, University of London
Malet Street London Camden WC1E 7HX United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Goodge Street  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Euston   0.5 miles away
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