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History and Philosophy of Art MA
at University of Kent

Kent, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ -
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Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 87

Program Overview

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.

Course Content
Modules

The following modules are indicative of those offered on this programme. This list is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation. Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You may also have the option to take modules from other programmes so that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas that interest you.

Compulsory modules currently include
- HART8380 - Key Concepts and Classic Texts in History and Philosophy of Art (30 credits)
Optional modules may include
- FILM8250 - Analysing Film (30 credits)
- FILM8260 - Film Studies: Innovation and Writing (30 credits)
- HART8005 - Elements of Latin American Art (30 credits)
- HART8006 - Art in the Nineteenth Century (30 credits)
- HART8007 - The Art and Aesthetics of the Natural Environment (30 credits)
- HART8008 - The Dutch Golden Age: Seventeenth-Century Art and Culture (30 credits)
- HART8260 - History and Theory of Curating (30 credits)
- HART8360 - Art of Portraiture: Historical and Philosophical Approaches (30 credits)
- MEMS8030 - Gothic Art and Architecture, c. 1100-1350 (30 credits)
- MEMS8640 - Reading the Medieval Town: Canterbury, an International City (30 credits)
You have the opportunity to select elective modules in this stage.

Compulsory modules currently include
- HART8980 - History & Philosophy of Art Dissertation (60 credits)
Entry Requirement
For entry to a Kent postgraduate degree programme (Master's), Indian students typically need to have completed a three or four-year undergraduate degree (Honours Bachelor degree or Professional degree) at an accredited university or college. General Bachelor degrees may sometimes be considered. Exact requirements will depend on the postgraduate degree you are applying for and the institution you have studied at.
For programmes that require a 2:1 we usually ask for a First Class degree, a final CGPA of 6.0/10, or 60%. Students from top institutions may be considered with a high Second Class degree, a final CGPA of 5.5/10, or 55%. For programmes that require a 2:2 we usually ask for a high Second Class degree, a final CGPA of 5.5/10, or 55%.

Fees & Scholarships

The cost of studying at University of Kent varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. The tuition fees for this program is To Be Confirmed.

Career Prospect

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.

Cost Of Studying At University of Kent

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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History and Philosophy of Art MA at University of Kent