History of Art with Archaeology with Anthropology with a Year Abroad

Overview
How are society’s views, beliefs and actions recorded in the things we make, use and value? On this course you’ll learn how to examine the visual and material culture of societies across the world, from prehistory to the present. Based in the world-famous Sainsbury Centre, you’ll become part of a unique community. We’re the only History of Art Department in the UK located within a world-renowned art museum.

This dynamic course provides a grounding in History of Art, Archaeology and Anthropology. You’ll analyse and interpret visual and material culture from around the world. You’ll gain key skills in interpreting the past and understanding its role in the present.

Our course is distinctive in studying creativity as a global phenomenon. You’ll gain detailed knowledge of the many ways people have made, displayed, and interpreted art by engaging with artworks. Alongside significant aspects of European art history, you’ll explore the work of artists and material culture from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. Your learning is enhanced with a year of study abroad. You can choose from one our prestigious partner universities in the U.S., Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

This BA History of Art with Archaeology and Anthropology with a Year Abroad course allows you to immerse yourself in the historic city of Norwich. You’ll study in the collections of the Sainsbury Centre, where you’ll examine objects and artworks firsthand. You'll learn about the processes and politics of collecting, while considering diverse communities and audiences. Learning from world-leading experts, you’ll gain different perspectives on art and material culture.

We’re part of an international network for the study and display of art. This includes the Sainsbury Centre, Sainsbury Research Unit for the Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, and Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures. This network provides opportunities to connect you with regional and national museums. Our graduates have gone on to rewarding careers in the cultural, creative, and heritage sectors. We look forward to you joining our community.

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Located in the UK’s best place to live (Sunday Times, BBC), The University of East Anglia’s stunning and vibrant Norwich campus is home to many. Offering a wide variety of subjects, staff work hard to support and encourage students to be their best selves. Outside of the classroom, find your people at one or many of UEA's societies and clubs. Accommodation is guaranteed with Clearing offers.

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