BA (Hons) History/History of Art

The BA in History/Art History offered by the University of York is a versatile degree that blends two interconnected disciplines, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of human culture and society from ancient times to the present day. The program aims to develop skills in visual analysis, interpretation, and critical thinking which can be applied to both the artistic and historical context.Course Content: The course structure is flexible, enabling students to tailor their degree to their individual interests. In the first year, students will lay the foundations with introductory modules in both Art History and History. As the course progresses, students can opt to focus more heavily on one discipline or keep a balance between the two. They will study a range of topics including Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History, along with Art from around the world from antiquity to the present day. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a Dissertation in either History or Art History.Key Modules: Key modules in Art History include 'Art, Vision, Power: Renaissance Italy and the Wider World', 'Looking at Art: An Introduction to Art History', and 'The Art of the Byzantine World'. In History, key modules include 'Making History: An Introduction to the Nature of History', 'Political Thought from Plato to Rousseau', and 'A Global History of Food'.Future Careers: Graduates of the BA in History/Art History have found success in a wide variety of careers. These include professions in the heritage sector, museum and galleries, marketing and public relations, teaching, law, journalism, and the civil service. The University of York's History Department consistently ranks highly for the employability of its graduates.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.