History of Art

Conduct your own research project in an area of History of Art that interests you. Join a renowned Art History, Curating and Visual Studies Department and benefit from exceptional resources including an on-campus fine art gallery. The History of Art course is offered at University of Birmingham.

The History of Art History of Art course offered at University of Birmingham University of Birmingham  offers a range of research expertise from medieval and Renaissance art and architecture to contemporary global art. One of our research strengths is British art, but we’re excited to hear about research proposals exploring art from across the world.

Key facts

Join a research driven department with a variety of interests across History of Art. The research has real-world impact and includes collaborations with cultural organisations across the Midlands region.

• Home to Midlands Art Papers, an open-access online journal and collaborative curatorial programme.

• Contribute to the Department’s research blog The Golovine sharing life in the Department for our students and researchers. 

• Take part in the Department’s annual symposium and gain invaluable experience presenting your research.

• Conduct your PhD research from anywhere in the world by distance learning.

Curriculum: 

• The Department of Art History, Curating and Visual Studies address topics and questions from all over the world. We have three research streams and a particular interest in British Art.