History of Art

The University of York · York, United Kingdom

MA by ResearchEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusBoth

The History of Art programme at The University of York (Department of History of Art) is a MA by Research programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 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): £26,240/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £26,240/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-08-25
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-08-25
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-08-25

Non-EU students

2027-08-25

Programme overview

DegreeMA by Research
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceBoth
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyDepartment of History of Art

Official university

The University of York

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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	£26,240	—	needs the fee

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