History and History of Art with a Year Abroad BA (Hons)

<strong>Overview</strong><br/><br/>Are you ready to study the past in all its complexity? This exciting degree combines two historical disciplines, History and History of Art. You’ll engage with textual sources and explore the art and material culture of different periods and cultures. You’ll also become part of a unique community: based in the world-famous Sainsbury Centre, we’re the only UK Art History Department located within a world-renowned art museum. <br/><br/>Our BA History and History of Art with a Year Abroad course explores the unfolding history of humanity. You’ll gain critical awareness of the problems of the present, as you explore the political, cultural, and social forces that have shaped the modern world. You’ll understand how art is made and how knowledge is constructed. On this version of the course, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to spend your third year studying at one of our partner institutions across the globe. <br/><br/>You’ll also gain detailed knowledge of the many ways people have made, displayed, and interpreted art. You’ll examine objects and artworks, including significant aspects of European art history. You’ll also explore the work of artists and material culture from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. <br/><br/>Based in historic Norwich, youll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the citys rich cultural heritage. Through our partnerships with local museums and galleries across East Anglia, youll gain first-hand insights from museum and heritage professionals into the region’s creative and cultural past, as well as the contemporary challenges of art-making and exhibition. <br/><br/>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 local and national museums. Our graduates have gone on to rewarding and exciting careers in the cultural, creative, and heritage sectors. We look forward to you joining our community. <br/><br/><strong>Disclaimer</strong><br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: <strong>www.uea.ac.uk</strong>