Overview

History of Art (Hons) from University of York modules introduce foundational topics, and you'll then dig deeper with options exploring art in its many forms, from across the globe and from the ancient to the contemporary.

Key facts

Prepare for your career. You'll gain vocational and transferrable skills for a range of careers, and could integrate opportunities to study abroad, learn languages or spend time in industry. We have a dedicated careers officer to support you when you need it.

Learn beyond the University and make professional connections to encounter objects in different settings. We offer regular trips to cultural institutions across the country, both as part of your course and as an extracurricular. These are a great way to experience the field directly, gain firsthand knowledge and develop professional connections.

Our course is designed and taught by expert art historians, many of whom are curators with international reputations. In the first year of the course, you'll receive a revealing and rigorous introduction to the history of art and architecture. As you progress in the second and third years, you'll be able to specialise more, choosing your own blend of modules taught by experts in the field and introducing you to the newest and most exciting research and ideas. You'll also be able to learn a language which can enhance your experience of art history, and benefit your career.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Future is Still Female: Art and Feminism since the 1970s
How to Be a Critic
The Emergence of Photography
Camera South Asia
Indo-British Art, c.1527-1947
Art in Renaissance Florence: Materials, Making, Agency
From Brick into Stone: Islamic Architecture in Anatolia During the Long Thirteenth Century

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Art History View 205 other Bachelors in Art History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A levels

Access to Higher Education Diploma

BTEC National Extended Diploma

European Baccalaureate

80%

International Baccalaureate

35 points

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26900 GBP / year

≈ 26900 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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Key information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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