Art History

The masters degree is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research in art history. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Candidates may advance to the Doctor of Philosophy degree after successful completion of the masters or may apply to convert to the PhD at an earlier stage. An honours grade of at least H3 (65%) must be attained to qualify for the award of the masters degree.

Students who complete the Master of Arts (Thesis only) in this area of specialisation should:

• understand modern critical frameworks for the study of visual and material cultures;
• acquire skills in the analysis of objects;
• develop the ability to analyse primary historical and contemporary source material;
• gain an understanding of the critical reception of works of art;
• prepare an original piece of research;
• develop and sustain an argument based upon that research; and
• develop a knowledge and understanding of research techniques.

Duration: 1.5 years full-time / 3 years part-time

The Master of Arts (Thesis only) in this area of specialisation requires:

• Thesis 30,000 words