Course summary
Art represents power. Art reflects society. Art makes us think and feel. Studying the history of art helps us see how we got where we are today. And how the future might look. You'll explore visual cultures across periods, media and societies. You'll also look at how art is both written and talked about. All the time you'll be questioning. Why that material? Why that subject? How did people react then? What does it mean now? Our first year gives everyone the same foundations. After that you'll have free choice of specialist topics. This allows you to follow your passions and study new interests as you learn more. Explore widely or follow a theme such as politics or feminism. We make a point of getting out of the classroom:
- Funded field trip to a major European city where you'll develop your own project in response to what you see and experience
- On-campus galleries at Lakeside Arts are integral to our teaching
- Regular visits to study sites and objects at first hand
Modules
In year one, through a series of six core modules you'll examine key developments, methods, materials and processes, develop skills in first-hand analysis and begin to appreciate how objects relate to their cultural and historical context In year two you'll take part in a field trip to a major European cultural centre (recent destinations have included Berlin, Paris and Rome) and carry out an independent study project based on one of the sites visited. You also get a free choice of modules to explore your own passions. Year three focuses on increasing specialisation, theoretical and critical interrogation, and the development of your independent critical voice. You can choose to write a dissertation, allowing you to explore one of your passions in real depth. You'll also select from a wide range of optional modules in history of art and wider media cultures. If you want to get a different perspective on one of your interests you can also take a module from outside the department (for example in Architecture or History, or a language). Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V350
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - ABBBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Scottish Advanced Higher - AB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A - B
Extended Project - A
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
EU | £21500* | Year 1 |
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
International | £21500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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