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History and Philosophy of Art - MA (Canterbury)

University of Kent

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Canterbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    23-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

This MA provides a structured introduction to the postgraduate study of the history and philosophy of art. Pursue your interest in visual art at advanced level, to develop a high level of expertise in topics in history and philosophy of art and to prepare for doctoral research in history of art or philosophy of art. The History & Philosophy of Art Department within the School of Arts, provides opportunities for graduate study with well-established researchers in the fields of art history, philosophy of art and aesthetics. Staff research covers contemporary art and aesthetics, modernism, theories of art, the historiography of art and the Cold War; biographical monographs, the photograph (in its historical, contemporary and critical contexts), and the historical interplay of image, theory and institutions from the Renaissance to the present (especially European and North American). Arts postgraduates have gone on to work in a range of professions, from museum positions and teaching roles to marketing and gallery assistants. Our graduates have found work with Tate Britain, the V&A, Museum of Childhood and other arts, culture and heritage-related organisations.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 18,600per year

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University information

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    48th

  • Campus address

    University of Kent, Recruitment and Admissions Office, Registry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, England

A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from China, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan or Thailand.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees, and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    16th out of 84 10

    31st out of 91 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    119 50%

    66th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    61.0 61%

    39th

    30
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.84 77%

    63rd

    15
  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    122 60%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    40th

    9
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.08 82%

    40th

    21

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