History of Art with Italian BA

Course overview

By studying art in the context of history, we gain new insight into the perceptions and intentions of the maker, as well as the times in which the art, design, and architecture were produced. We place a strong emphasis on organising field trips to a variety of museums and galleries, giving you the opportunity to appreciate and understand by experiencing artistic work directly. This is why we offer a whole term in Venice.

Our carefully designed degree allows you to select the modules that suit your own interests. You will study a rich and varied range of art history, from Antiquity to the present day and across the world, supported by a range of site visits. You will also be taught in small class sizes to ensure close supervision by dedicated, research-active academic staff.

Study abroad

As part of your course you will spend a term in Venice, where you will study the city's art and culture at first hand with our team of Renaissance and Contemporary specialists. You will be based at the Palazzo Giustinian Lolin overlooking the Grand Canal.

As part of all of our courses you have the additional opportunity to study abroad for a year.

The Study Abroad TeamLink opens in a new window offers support for these activities, and the Department's dedicated Study Abroad Co-ordinator can provide more specific information and assistance.

We welcome applications for our International Foundation and Undergraduate courses from applicants from Jordan.

High School qualification is not considered for entry. We would require completion of an approved international foundation programme, such as the Warwick International Foundation Programme. Alternatively IB, A Levels, or other European or North American system will also be considered.

If you need any advice or guidance on the qualifications above, our Middle East and North Africa Team are here to help. Contact them at mena@warwick.ac.uk.

See our Jordan Country Information page for guidance, contacts and upcoming events in your country.

All applicants have to meet our English Language requirementsLink opens in a new window. If you cannot demonstrate that you meet these, you may be invited to take part in our Pre-sessional English course at WarwickLink opens in a new window.

This course requires: Band B

Learn more about our English Language requirementsLink opens in a new window.

Your career

Graduates from these courses have gone on to work in a wide range of sectors, including careers in:

• Art galleries and Museums
• Publishing
• Educational establishments
• Heritage and conservation organisations
• Research
• The Law
• Business, Marketing, and Advertising
• Civil Service
• Fashion

They have pursued careers such as:

• Curator

• Gallery Manager

• Artistic Director

• Journalist

• Barrister

• Web Developer

• Management Consultant

• Events Planner

• Art Consultant

• Interior Designer

• Architectural Historian

• Headteacher

• Art Critic and Correspondent

• Business Analyst

• Writer and Translator

Supporting your career

Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant to support you on a one-one basis. They offer impartial advice and guidance, together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:

• History of Art Alumni event
• Careers in the Creative Sector
• Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
• Securing Work Experience
• Career Planning and Making Applications

Find out more about careers support at Warwick.