BA (Hons) Art History

The BA Art History course at Plymouth University offers a comprehensive study of art history, from ancient times to the present day. This course presents opportunities to engage with diverse perspectives and ways of seeing, across a wide range of themes and periods. It fosters your personal development, preparing you for future careers in a variety of sectors including the creative industries, education, and tourism.Course Content: The course will take you through a broad range of subjects in the art history field. You will discover global art from different cultures and times, from ancient to contemporary. The program encourages you to develop your own perspectives and understand art in its various contexts. You will also undertake work placements and international study tours to complement your academic study.Key Modules: The course modules include Modernism, Romantic Art, The Art of the Middle Ages, The Materiality of Art, and others. These modules enable you to engage with significant themes, debates, and methods in the history of art.Future Careers: This degree can lead you to a variety of careers. It provides you with the skills and knowledge for careers in arts management, curating, teaching, research, public art, heritage management, tourism, and the creative industries. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.