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Degrees & Majors

Art History

Master of Arts

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The M.A. in Art History is offered either as a terminal degree or as part of an M.A./Ph.D. degree program.

In both cases, the M.A. curriculum is designed to offer a broad background in the study of art history and the theoretical orientations of the discipline. The M.A. degree culminates in a master's thesis based on original research on a topic written in close consultation with faculty advisors.

The M.A. program offers courses in the following areas:

  • African
  • American
  • Ancient Greek and Roman
  • Contemporary
  • East Asian
  • Islamic
  • Late Antique and Byzantine
  • Medieval
  • Modern European
  • Renaissance and Baroque art of Europe