MA History of Art and Archaeology

SOAS University of London · London, United Kingdom

MAEnglish45 ECTS1 yearOn CampusBoth

The MA History of Art and Archaeology programme at SOAS University of London (Department of History of Art and Archaeology) is a MA programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (45 ECTS (90 UK credits)). This programme offers advanced study of art history, covering major artistic movements, visual culture, and critical approaches to the interpretation of painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts. Students develop expertise in museum curation, art criticism, and cultural heritage management. Graduates work in museums, galleries, auction houses, cultural institutions, and academic research.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £25,320/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £25,320/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 45
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September intake

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMA
Duration1 year
ECTS45
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceBoth
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyDepartment of History of Art and Archaeology

Official university

SOAS University of London

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£25,320	—	needs the fee

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