Overview

The main generic objective of the programme from University of Lisbon is to prepare scientifically-qualified students to take on tasks related to the study and appreciation of artistic heritage. Graduates should master and be able to critically interpret the main methodologies, debates and concepts of historical and artistic research, from pre-historical art to contemporary art. Graduates should be capable of transmitting information, solving problems and sustaining arguments in this field of study in an independent manner. Graduates in History of Art should master the methodologies, practices and concepts associated with a form of artistic heritage management that is ethically and socially committed. Finally, graduates should also possess learning skills that enable them to continue to pursue their studies with a high degree of autonomy.

Career prospects

The degree in History of Art offers a varied training that responds very flexibly to a rapidly changing job market. Graduates in Art History can work in activities as diverse as managing artistic heritage, inventory and safeguarding heritage, in the management of collections, in art markets, in cultural tourism, in the production of cultural content, in research or in teaching.Many of the graduates in History of Art continue to study, entering master's and doctoral courses in Arts and Humanities, such as the Master's in History of Art and Heritage, offered by the Faculty of arts and humanities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methodologies of Art History
Prehistoric Art
Pre-Classical Art
Classical Art
Asian Arts
Iconography and Iconology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-22 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Portuguese

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Art History

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a secondary school diploma (or equivalent) that qualifies you for admission to higher education in the country where it was awarded.
Demonstrate academic preparation in the subject areas required for the degree you are applying for.
Demonstrate Portuguese language proficiency at B1 level (CEFR), or commit to taking a Portuguese language course or language assessment if you do not yet meet the requirement.
Meet the minimum application grade of 100/200, with selection based on:
50% secondary school average
50% results from the required entrance examinations or equivalent qualifications accepted by FLUL (e.g. ENEM, Gaokao).
Submit the required application documents, including your passport, secondary school diploma, academic transcripts, and a declaration confirming your international student status.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

697 EUR / year

≈ 697 EUR / year

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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