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Course summary
This degree gives you the freedom to study a range of subject areas in the arts and humanities while developing a specialism in art history, exploring art and visual culture across different periods and places. You can combine this with a second specialism or choose to develop broader interests in classical studies, creative writing, English language, English literature, history, modern languages, music, philosophy and religious studies. You'll also discover how knowledge is created and shared in the arts and humanities, stretch your imagination and develop your own creative and critical responses whilst being part of a vibrant student community. Key features of the course
- Specialise in art history within a broad and flexible arts and humanities degree
- Develop a range of skills that will be valuable in the workplace and to further study
- Have the opportunity to write an extended essay drawing on independent study
- Select a second specialism to complement and enhance your study of art history
Modules
This degree has three stages. In Stage 1 you will encounter a variety of different times and places and engage with some fascinating people, art works, ideas and stories. This broad foundation will help you develop the skills and the confident, open approach you need to tackle more specialist modules at Stages 2 and 3. At Stage 2 you can thematically engage with the central questions of art history and visual cultures from either prehistory to 1800 or from the eighteenth century to the present day. You'll complete the stage with a second module chosen from a wide range of arts and humanities modules. At Stage 3 you'll can either explore a new history of art, which highlights the vital role that art has played in the stories that Europeans have told about the wider world, or the multiple ways of approaching works of art, architecture and design within the discipline of art history. You'll complete your degree by choosing from a wide range of arts and humanities modules.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
2026/2027 academic year fees are not yet available.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ