Art History (MLitt)

Join one of the largest and most prestigious Art History departments in the UK. The MLitt in Art History offers a diverse range of subject areas, from medieval and Renaissance art to Impressionism, Islamic Art, African modernism, eco-art, and contemporary performance art. Thematic, team-taught modules explore the major themes and concepts that connect different periods of art history.

Entry requirements

The qualifications listed are indicative minimum requirements for entry. Some academic Schools will ask applicants to achieve significantly higher marks than the minimum. Obtaining the listed entry requirements will not guarantee you a place, as the University considers all aspects of every application including, where applicable, the writing sample, personal statement, and supporting documents.

Application requirements

• CV or résumé with your personal details and a history of your education and employment to date
• personal statement (500 words)
• sample of your own, single-authored academic written work (2,000 words)
• two original signed academic references
• academic transcripts and degree certificates

For more guidance, see supporting documents and references for postgraduate taught programmes.

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you may need to provide an English language test score to evidence your English language ability. See approved English language tests and scores for this course.

After your degree

Careers

Recent postgraduates in Art History are employed in: 

• universities 
• art consulting
• museums 
• galleries 
• auction houses 
• archives
• web design
• cultural diplomacy
• publishing houses and magazines 

The Careers Centre offers one-to-one advice to all students as well as a programme of events to assist students in building their employability skills.

Further study

In addition to the MLitt, the School offers a two-year Art History Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree option. 

Many graduates continue their education by enrolling in PhD programmes at St Andrews or elsewhere.