History of Art (Hons) Oxford Brookes University

Overview

The History of Art (Hons) programme at the Oxford Brookes University emphasise studying works of art first-hand. You will examine works of art on trips to galleries and exhibitions in Oxford and London. 

Oxford's famous museums and historic buildings will give you access to world-renowned art. The Ashmolean Museum has a diverse range of art pieces from around the globe. You can also use Oxford's famous Bodleian Library in your final year. This includes the Sackler Library, which has an extensive History of Art collection.

Your time with us will be exciting, stimulating and enriching. You’ll be amongst a close-knit and supportive department. You can expect to be taught by experts in their fields.  And, our teaching staff will work with you to help you develop your own interests, specialising in:

• drawing 
• painting
• prints
• architecture
• art theory
• sculpture.

Career prospects

Recent graduates have gone into careers in:

• public museums, galleries and collections
• commercial art galleries
• auction houses
• publishing
• events and projects organisation and management
• teaching and education (in both schools and museums)
• journalism.

You’ll attain an excellent suite of core skills (research, analytical thinking, critical judgment, communication skills) which are regarded as highly desirable by many employers.

In addition, you’ll develop high levels of visual literacy and attentiveness which can fit graduates well for careers in areas like interpretation and advertising. 

The Curatorial Practice module provides training in specific skills for those interested in a career in a museum or gallery, whether commercial or publically funded.