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  4. BA in Art History

BA in Art History

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Hamburg

Program Overview

Art history explores the emergence, peculiarity, function and impact of works of art as well as of design, photography and audiovisual media in European culture and history since late antiquity. It deals with the material and idealistic prerequisites of these works of art, artistic materials and techniques, the history of artist education, art education as well as art theory and aesthetics. It also looks at the history of art history, methods and institutions. The bachelor's program provides basic knowledge in the field of history and theory of fine arts as well as methodological competence in dealing with the different themes, eras and genres of art and their specific research problems.

Program Key Stats

€650 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

2.8
30
70

6
84

Additional Information & Requirements

German Secondary school leaving certificate Abitur, Proof of sufficient knowledge of German (uncertified copy), DSH scores, the signed print-out of your online application, the proof of your preliminary documentation, TestAS certificate (uncertified copy), a maximum score of 30 points for the HZB grade (with a HZB score of 1.0), Academic Transcripts, English Language Proficiency.

Career Options

  • Careers in Museums and monument protection
  • Libraries and archives
  • Adult education
  • Art associations
  • Auction houses
  • Art galleries

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