Art represents power. Art reflects society. Art makes us think and feel. Studying the history of art helps us see how we got where we are today. And how the future might look.
You'll explore visual cultures across periods, media and societies. You'll also look at how art is both written and talked about.
All the time you'll be questioning. Why that material? Why that subject? How did people react then? What does it mean now?
Our first year gives everyone the same foundations. After that you'll have free choice of specialist topics. This allows you to follow your passions and study new interests as you learn more. Explore widely or follow a theme such as politics or feminism.
We make a point of getting out of the classroom:
- Funded field trip to a major European city where you'll develop your own project in response to what you see and experience
- On-campus galleries at Lakeside Arts are integral to our teaching
- Regular visits to study sites and objects at first hand
We have close links with Nottingham's dynamic arts scene - including the award winning Nottingham Contemporary and the artist-led Primary.
**Other ways to study History of Art**
You may also combine History of Art with English, Archaeology, or History in our joint honours programme, or study alongside multiple disciplines in our BA Liberal Arts.
**Foundation Year**
This course is also available with a Foundation Year - aimed at developing potential and diversifying our recruitment.
It is not necessary to have studied Art or History of Art to apply for this course.
Course Details - Modules
In year one, through a series of six core modules you'll examine key developments, methods, materials and processes, develop skills in first-hand analysis and begin to appreciate how objects relate to their cultural and historical context
In year two you'll take part in a field trip to a major European cultural centre (recent destinations have included Berlin, Paris and Rome) and carry out an independent study project based on one of the sites visited. You also get a free choice of modules to explore your own passions.
Year three focuses on increasing specialisation, theoretical and critical interrogation, and the development of your independent critical voice. You can choose to write a dissertation, allowing you to explore one of your passions in real depth. You'll also select from a wide range of optional modules in history of art and wider media cultures.
If you want to get a different perspective on one of your interests you can also take a module from outside the department (for example in Architecture or History, or a language).
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
V350
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This qualification is only accepted alongside Scottish Advanced Higher grades AB.
Considered on a case by case basis.
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the Level 3 credits, at least 30 should be graded Merit or higher.
This qualification is only accepted alongside Scottish Higher grades AABBB.
This qualification is considered on a case by case basis. Please contact the school for further information.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
This qualification is considered on a case by case basis. Please contact the school for further information.
This qualification is considered on a case by case basis. Please contact the school for further information.
This qualification is considered on a case by case basis. Please contact the school for further information.
This qualification is accepted alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall.
GCSE requirements - English grade C (numerical grade 4).
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
20000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
20000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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