Art History (Including Year Abroad)

About this course

Gain a broad foundation in the history of visual culture: by learning about canonical forms of art and architecture and by discovering what has been overlooked. At Essex, you will acquire a broad foundation in the history of visual culture: both by learning about canonical forms of art and architecture and by discovering what has been overlooked or marginalised, such as medical photography, tattoos or objects from political protests. You will also develop the skills you need to make exciting new connections between the forms of visual culture you study, developments in other disciplines, and broader social and political forces. To study on our course, you don't need an Art History A-Level. In fact, we believe that the best art historians are those who bring fresh eyes and new perspectives to their objects of inquiry. You will develop the skills you need to transform your excitement about

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