MA Combined Studies at The School of Art History
The MA Combined Studies degree is designed specifically for those returning to education after a significant break. Delivered on a part-time basis in the evening, this course is ideal for those who may have other commitments which prevent them from undertaking full-time study
MA Combined Studies classes run using a hybrid format, which means that students have the option to either join online or attend in-person, so distance isn’t a barrier to attend, and The University of St Andrews offers several scholarships and support packages to undergraduate students each year to help with costs.
The School of Art History offers Level 1 and Level 2 modules:
- AH1901: Western Art from the Renaissance to Baroque
- AH2901: Art in the Modern Period
Exploring artistic periods, movements and new developments from the Renaissance period in the late Middle Ages to Post-Impressionism and Avant-Garde movements in the 20th century, these modules analyse a variety of media, including paintings, architecture, photography, and sculpture. Throughout, you will develop your critical thinking by analysing artistic and literary texts and discussing various topics, such as how the artists revealed the changing social and cultural concerns and ideas of their day.
Transferable skills developed include verbal and written communication, organisational and time management skills, computer literacy, critical thinking and evaluation, and increased confidence.
Students who continue onto Level 3 Art can delve deeper into topics covered in Level 1 and Level 2 with modules on:
- AH3901: Walter Sickert and European Art: 1880-1940
- AH3902: City, Country and Society in Nineteenth-Century French Art
- AH3904: From Hogarth to Sickert: British Painting and the Theatre: 1740 - 1930
- AH3905: 'No day without a line': The Etching Revival in Britain: 1830-1930
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Beyond Art History students can also take modules in English, Management, Computer Science, Psychology, amongst many more.
Applications for September 2023 entry are now open – you can apply directly through our webpage.
Combined Studies MA - Subjects - University of St Andrews (st-andrews.ac.uk)
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