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University of East Anglia UEA: The Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas
| Institution | University of East Anglia UEA View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of History and Art History |
| Web | https://www.uea.ac.uk |
| admissions@uea.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01603 591515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Overview
Are you fascinated by the world of art? On this unique master’s course, you’ll study the historical and contemporary arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas.
You’ll benefit from teaching that emphasises museum anthropology and material culture. At the same time, you’ll engage with the issues involved in the analysis and display of these works of art, both in their original contexts and in museums and exhibitions.
Our department is one of the leading centres in the world for the study of art and material culture. It’s also the only centre in the UK concerned with the study of art worldwide. Our research output includes publications, exhibitions, catalogues, conferences, symposia and lectures. For details of the research undertaken by individual members of faculty and research students, please visit our Sainsbury Research Unit page.
This MA is cross-disciplinary. That means you’ll engage with regional developments and shared themes across anthropology, art history, archaeology, and museology. Throughout the programme, you’ll encounter contemporary theories and current methods of research.
You’ll have the opportunity to study the world-famous collection of art held in the Sainsbury CentreSainsbury Centre and access to the Robert Sainsbury Library, a dedicated library located in the building. The SRU also has its own teaching collection of over 200 items. Engagement with museums is an integral part of the course and there will be visits to museums and exhibitions in Paris, London, Cambridge and Oxford.
Our graduates have gone on to do PhD research and to university appointments, careers in consultancy, publishing and museum work in the UK and abroad.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree classification: Bachelors degree – 2.1 or equivalent |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Overview
Are you fascinated by the world art? On this unique mat, you’ll study the historical and contemporary arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas.
You’ll benefit from teaching that emphasises museum anthropology and material culture. At the same time, you’ll engage with the issues involved in the analysis and display of these works of art, both in their original contexts and in museums and exhibitions.
Our department is one of the leading centres in the world for the study of art and material culture. It’s also the only centre in the UK concerned with the study of art worldwide. Our research output includes publications, exhibitions, catalogues, conferences, symposia and lectures. For details of the research undertaken by individual members of faculty and research students, please go to our research page.
This MA is cross-disciplinary. That means you’ll engage with regional developments and shared themes across anthropology, art history, archaeology and museology. Throughout the programme, you’ll encounter contemporary theories and current methods of research.
You’ll have the opportunity to study the world-famous collection of art held in the Sainsbury Centre and access to the Robert Sainsbury Library, a dedicated library located in the building. The SRU also has its own teaching collection of over 200 items. Engagement with museums is an integral part of the course and there will be visits to museums and exhibitions in Paris, London, Cambridge and Oxford.
Former students have gone on to do PhD research and to university appointments, consultancy, publishing and museum work in the UK and abroad.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree classification: Bachelors degree – 2.1 or equivalent |
| Location | University of East Anglia Norwich Research Park Norwich NR4 7TJ |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 9975 GBP for Whole course |
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a world-renowned university known for its high standard of academic performance across both taught and research postgraduate courses. It is ranked as a UK Top 25 (Complete University Guide 2025) and UK Top 30 (The Mail 2025) institution.
Based in Norwich, in the county of Norfolk, the university has an excellent international reputation for the high quality of its research output. UEA is home to over 17,500 students, of which around 30% are postgraduate students. Our institution also provides a range of support through the Student Support Service, which is dedicated …
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