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University of Sussex: Art History
Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
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Department | Art History |
Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01273 876787 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
At Sussex, we believe art history matters and continues to be significant in today’s society. The subject gives us a distinctive lens to examine historical events and cultures.
This MA includes hands-on workshops and interactive sessions using the rich resources held in The Keep, Brighton’s world-class centre for archives. We also have partnerships with local and national museums and collections. These include the V&A, the National Portrait Gallery, Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and Charleston – giving you access to expertise, art objects and research materials.
You’ll examine:
- art’s place in 20th-century visual culture
- museums and heritage
- feminism and queer studies
- criticism and the media.
You’ll be taught by professional curators as well as leading academics with established reputations for research. This means we can offer you expert guidance as you work on your own research, relevant to academia as well as the cultural and creative sectors beyond. On graduation, you’ll have the skills for both professional work and further study. Previous graduates having gone on to roles within prestigious institutions such as the British Museum, Soka Art Centre and Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA).
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in art history or another relevant humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
At Sussex, we believe art history matters and continues to be significant in today’s society. The subject gives us a distinctive lens to examine historical events and cultures.
This MA includes hands-on workshops and interactive sessions using the rich resources held in The Keep, Brighton’s world-class centre for archives. We also have partnerships with local and national museums and collections. These include the V&A, the National Portrait Gallery, Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and Charleston – giving you access to expertise, art objects and research materials.
You’ll examine:
- art’s place in 20th-century visual culture
- museums and heritage
- feminism and queer studies
- criticism and the media.
You’ll be taught by professional curators as well as leading academics with established reputations for research. This means we can offer you expert guidance as you work on your own research, relevant to academia as well as the cultural and creative sectors beyond. On graduation, you’ll have the skills for both professional work and further study. Previous graduates having gone on to roles within prestigious institutions such as the British Museum, Soka Art Centre and Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA).
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in art history or another relevant humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
At Sussex, we believe art history matters and continues to be significant in today’s society.
This MA includes hands-on workshops and interactive sessions using the rich resources held in The Keep, Brighton’s world-class centre for archives. We also have partnerships with local and national museums and collections. These include the V&A, the National Portrait Gallery, Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and Charleston – giving you access to expertise, art objects and research materials.
You’ll examine:
- art’s place in 20th-century visual culture
- museums and heritage
- feminism and queer studies
- criticism and the media.
You’ll be taught by professional curators as well as leading academics with established reputations for research. This means we can offer you expert guidance as you work on your own research, relevant to academia as well as the cultural and creative sectors beyond. On graduation, you’ll have the skills for both professional work and further study. Previous graduates having gone on to roles within prestigious institutions such as the British Museum, Soka Art Centre and Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA).
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Art History Research Seminar
Art History At Work: Unlocking Primary Sources
Art History Research Skills and Methods
Critical Issues in Art History and Curating
Art History Research Skills and Methods
Dissertation (Art History)
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
An Art History MA at Sussex will develop your skills in attention to detail, research, written communication and teamwork. Many of our graduates have gone on to careers in areas such as:
teaching, research and publishing
law and the Civil Service,
museums, libraries and archives.
Our graduates have gone on to pursue careers at the V&A, the Charleston Trust, the National Trust and at the BBC.
**Entry Requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Degree requirement: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in art history or another relevant humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
At Sussex, we believe art history matters and continues to be significant in today’s society.
This MA includes hands-on workshops and interactive sessions using the rich resources held in The Keep, Brighton’s world-class centre for archives. We also have partnerships with local and national museums and collections. These include the V&A, the National Portrait Gallery, Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and Charleston – giving you access to expertise, art objects and research materials.
You’ll examine:
- art’s place in 20th-century visual culture
- museums and heritage
- feminism and queer studies
- criticism and the media.
You’ll be taught by professional curators as well as leading academics with established reputations for research. This means we can offer you expert guidance as you work on your own research, relevant to academia as well as the cultural and creative sectors beyond. On graduation, you’ll have the skills for both professional work and further study. Previous graduates having gone on to roles within prestigious institutions such as the British Museum, Soka Art Centre and Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA).
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Art History Research Seminar
Art History At Work: Unlocking Primary Sources
Art History Research Skills and Methods
Critical Issues in Art History and Curating
Art History Research Skills and Methods
Dissertation (Art History)
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
An Art History MA at Sussex will develop your skills in attention to detail, research, written communication and teamwork. Many of our graduates have gone on to careers in areas such as:
teaching, research and publishing
law and the Civil Service,
museums, libraries and archives.
Our graduates have gone on to pursue careers at the V&A, the Charleston Trust, the National Trust and at the BBC.
**Entry Requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Degree requirement: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in art history or another relevant humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
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