Art History and Visual Culture and English (Hons) University of Nottingham

Overview

Curious about how art and literature shape society? With this course, you’ll tap into the expertise of the Department of Cultural, Media and Visual Studies and the School of English.

It’s a unique blend of the study of the written and visual arts and culture putting together insights from cultural studies, history of art, visual culture, modern literature and linguistics. Through your studies during the Art History and Visual Culture and English (Hons) degree from University of Nottingham , you’ll:

• understand how people interpret and critique both written and visual works

• learn how cultural and social forces shape the way we create and consume art and literature

• explore a range of literary and linguistic approaches, with opportunities to specialise

• develop a global, empathetic perspective on art history, literature and visual culture

Although studied separately you will gain a thorough interdisciplinary perspective and understanding of art in society. You'll be able to choose modules that complement each other, allowing you to look at the same topic in different ways.

Careers

This joint honours degree creates a unique combination of subject knowledge and professional skills.

The diversity of topics and approaches means you'll develop an extremely wide range of professional skills:

• Visual and critical analysis

• Historical and theoretical study

• Object-based and academic research

• Collaborative and independent working

• Flexibility and initiative to focus on different areas as required

• Advanced writing, presentation and communication skills