Art History and Visual Culture BA (Hons)

This course focuses on global art history and visual culture from the eighteenth century to the present day, covering creative production from modern art and popular photography to multimedia and contemporary practices.<br/><br/>You will learn about the politics of creativity and culture, studying material and visual histories and art theory as well as engaging with debates around gender and sexuality, ecology, race, class, politics and ableism. You will also gain extensive knowledge on collecting, curating and exhibition-making.<br/><br/>We have excellent specialist facilities and you will also benefit from our close relationships with local and national museums, galleries and archives.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- Staff include academics who develop leading research as part of the Centre for Design History on the museums and heritage sector<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to take a second-year placement <br/><br/><br/>- Access to internationally important collections including the Royal Pavilion and Museum’s collections of decorative art, world art and natural history and University of Brighton-held collections relating to design and screen history, and historic dress.<br/><br/><br/>- At the end of your degree, you will exhibit your dissertation and accompanying poster in the annual graduate show<br/><br/><br/>- As a university we offer excellent resources including the Design lab, a space housing our extensive collection of historic dress and textiles, the Design Archives, St Peters House Special Collection and Screen Archive South East<br/><br/><br/>- Off-site study visits and hands-on sessions.<br/><br/><br/>Join a vibrant community, featuring visiting researchers and practitioners, reading groups, lectures and workshops<br/>- The specialist course team have research expertise on the Middle East, North Africa, South and East Asia, North America and Britain

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).<br/><br/>Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.<br/><br/>The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.<br/><br/>The Brighton Summer Boost offers funding and support to eligible students, including up to £700 towards travel costs, free parking on campus, technology loans and more.<br/><br/>If you’d like to visit the university to see whether it’s right for you, attend a Clearing campus tour or visit day. Click Visit Website below to book your place.