MA History of Art (Medieval Art and Medievalisms)

The MA in History of Art(Medieval) at the University of York caters to students who wish to delve deeper into the understanding of the artistry from the medieval period and acquire an in-depth knowledge about its influence on history. The course's comprehensive curriculum is uniquely designed to prepare students for advanced research in the field or careers in the relevant sector.Course Content: The course strives to provide a strong thematic and historical understanding of the medieval period through a detailed study of its art, architecture, and material culture. Students will gain expertise in research methodologies and historiography which will form a critical part of their education. The curriculum aims at an interdisciplinary approach, allowing students to select options from related disciplines like archaeology, history and literature. Key Modules: The History of Art (Medieval) masters course encompasses modules such as 'Art and Devotion in the Medieval West', 'Art, Space and the City' and 'Mapping Theory: Approaches in Art History'. Additionally, students undertake a research skills and methods module as well as a dissertation to culminate their learning.Accreditations: This course has not specified any form of accreditations.Future Careers: The comprehensive curriculum, coupled with research and analytical skills acquired from the course, can open avenues for careers in museums, galleries, academia, education, the art market and even journalism. The Department also provides a comprehensive Careers and Enterprise programme, offering opportunities for placements, networking and establishing contacts within the industry.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.