Master of Arts in Art History
Explore visual and material culture through rigorous historical and contemporary academic inquiry in Basel.
Best for:Best for humanities graduates seeking advanced academic training in visual arts and cultural heritage.
Overview
The University of Basel offers a Master's Degree Program in Art History designed for students wishing to engage academically with visual arts, architecture, and cultural heritage. Situated in a vibrant cultural city, the curriculum bridges historical research with contemporary questions by integrating critical analysis of visual media. Students benefit from the region's rich museum landscape, gaining hands-on experience with original artworks and developing advanced visual literacy. The program prepares graduates for careers where strong analytical and visual skills are essential.
What you'll do
- Engage critically with painting, sculpture, design, photography, video, and performance art
- Investigate the historical, social, political, and aesthetic dimensions of cultural heritage
- Combine historical reflection with contemporary analytical approaches
- Examine original artworks within local museum collections and cultural institutions
- Develop advanced visual skills through structured academic coursework and research
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Art History or a related humanities discipline
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German
Instruction: German
- Critical analysis of visual and artistic media
- Strong foundational knowledge in art history or related humanities fields
- Academic writing and historical research capabilities
- Fulfil general university admission requirements for Master's degree studies at the University of Basel
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How to apply
Deadline: April 30 / November 30
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal by the designated semester deadlines. Ensure all required academic credentials and supporting documents are provided prior to submission.
- CV
- Bachelor's degree transcripts
- University entrance qualification
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