BA in Art History

As a student of art history, you will study works of art and architecture from around the world and from all historical periods. More importantly, you will learn the visual skills to interpret these works; the historical, social and political understanding to place these works into context; and the research and writing skills needed to develop your own independent research. Upon completion of this program, you will have gained an understanding of the key periods and artists of the Western tradition as well as visual literacy and research and writing skills. These abilities are valued by many employers, including museums, galleries, antique dealers, corporations with art collections, historic sites such as Plimoth Plantation (a living history museum), the Newport Mansions and arts organizations.