History of Art, Theory and Display MSc

This programme offers you a number of ways in which to explore the history and theory of art and its display in exhibitions and museums. It is perfect for providing you with a comprehensive overview.

You will examine art in its historical contexts, the theoretical frameworks of interpretation and their relationship as physical objects to practices and concepts of display. You have the opportunity to put your learning into practice through an optional internship within one of Edinburgh’s many museums or galleries.

Equally spread over the pre- and post-1800 periods, the programme content will allow you to develop an excellent knowledge

The wide-ranging nature of this programme will equip you for further, more specialised study, and potentially a future academic career.

The vocational element of your learning is the ideal stepping-stone to a career in the gallery and museum sector.

You will also have gained an array of highly transferable skills, such as communication, curatorial practice and project management, which will prove an asset in any career.