Overview
At a Glance
The Art History programme of the University of Aberdeen was ranked top in Scotland for its impact and second in the UK, in the latest UK Research Excellence Framework.
You will study in buildings centuries old, inspired by teachers and researchers whose cutting-edge research ranges from medieval religious art and early modern prints to art theory, exhibition history, and Scottish and British painting from the 17th to 20th centuries.
As a graduate, you will be ideally placed to pursue a career in the art gallery and museum sectors, arts education, auction houses, publishing and journalism, fine art conservation, or postgraduate study. Our recent graduates are working for Christie’s London, Sotheby's in Zurich, the Weiss Gallery in London, Aberdeen Art Gallery, the Pier Arts Centre in Orkney and the McManus Gallery in Dundee. You will acquire transferable skills including teamwork, time management, personal initiative and highly developed enquiry, analytical and presentational skills ideally suited to a range of careers.
You will enjoy all the benefits of our friendly and vibrant international community, on our beautiful campus with its own extensive art collections, great facilities for learning, sports and leisure and many opportunities to develop the extra skills to boost your employability, including broadening your horizons through study abroad.
Careers
Art History at Aberdeen explores the artistic disciplines of Europe within its global networks. The range of courses on offer will enable you gain an in-depth understanding of a range of periods, media, and theoretical approaches that particularly interest you. The historical knowledge and analytical skills, as well as the first-hand experience gained in working with collection will give you rigorous academic skills, as well as valuable vocational ones. Our previous graduates have gone on to work in museums and galleries, art publishing, the art trade, art tours, conservation of wall paintings and historic buildings, theatre design, libraries and universities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Art History
- Object Lessons: Ten Works in Context
- Art Matters: Materials and Techniques
- Critical Perspectives in Art History
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Art History View 205 other Bachelors in Art History in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
SQA Highers
- Standard: AABB
- Minimum: BBB
- Adjusted: BB
A LEVELS
- Standard: BBB
- Minimum: BBC
- Adjusted: CCC
International Baccalaureate
- 32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL.
Irish Leaving Certificate
- 5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3.
English Language Requirements
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents20800 GBP / year≈ 20800 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1820 GBP / year≈ 1820 GBP / year
Additional Details
RUK Students - £9,535 per year
Living costs
Aberdeen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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