Art History with Curating with Foundation Year
Birkbeck, University of LondonCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) Art History with Curating with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. This BA Art History with Curating gives you the opportunity to study the visual arts as a central element of human endeavour, and develop professional skills to participate in the curation and display of art. You will be taught by world-leading scholars using the incomparably rich art collections, monuments and study facilities of London, as well as Birkbeck’s own Peltz Gallery. Why choose this course? - This course will help you pursue your interest in the museum industry and the visual arts, and expand your knowledge of human culture, art history and curating. International tuition fees are £18,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £26,500 | £40,000 |
| 3 years | £14,500 | £23,500 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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