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History of Art

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Course summary

Why BA History of Art at UEA?

Study global art history in a world‑renowned museum that brings objects and ideas to life. The UEA Art History course gives you unrivalled direct access to collections, expertise and opportunities.

Why choose UEA?

  • Museum‑based learning: Study inside the Sainsbury Centre and immerse yourself in internationally significant art and architecture

  • Global perspectives: Explore art from across the world through objects, exhibitions and expert teaching

  • Professional insight: Gain experience through our partnerships with local and regional museums, galleries, heritage sites and cultural organisations

What is BA History of Art?

You’ll develop strong visual analysis skills by exploring how art was created, displayed and interpreted. You'll study artworks and objects from many different global artistic traditions and contexts.

You’ll also examine how exhibitions shape art’s meanings today. You'll gain real-world insights from museum professionals into their collections and exhibition practices.

You’ll benefit from Norwich’s artistic heritage and creative hubs. And you can make invaluable career connections through our wider international network dedicated to researching and exhibiting world arts.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Time abroad (mandatory) • 4 Years
  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Integrated foundation year • 4 Years
  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • 4 Years
  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

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Application codes

Institution code:
E14

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Application codes

Institution code:
E14

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C.

We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk

The Foundation Year option is open to Home fee-paying students only https://www.uea.ac.uk/about/school-of-history-and-art-history/history

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum of 5.5 in each component).

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing)https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.

Learn more on the University of East Anglia UEA website

International entry requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students. https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/international-students/country-map

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050
International£24250

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

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