Art History and Curating, BA (Hons)

This course integrates the study of art history, with an emphasis on developments from the nineteenth century onward, alongside the practical skills and critical insights essential for modern curators. Manchester School of Art offers a dynamic and unique setting for exploring art's evolution and its societal connections.The program shares instruction with BA (Hons) Fine Art and Art History, fostering collaboration on projects and exhibitions through a team of active artists, historians, curators, and theorists. It utilizes the University's exhibition spaces, cultural initiatives, and collections to build professional experience, while maintaining strong ties to local and regional galleries. Students benefit from partnerships with Manchester's arts institutions, participation in Unit X for interdisciplinary projects, national and international study trips, and engagement with the Turing programme for overseas opportunities.