History of art

Gain a global perspective of the History of Art with a part-time course

Our part-time qualifications in the history of art recognise the globally diverse range of users, makers, and viewers, offering you the chance to join a group of peers eager to learn more about visual cultures, voices, and experiences. Discover the latest debates in the history of art, through flexible learning and visits to Oxford’s world-leading museums and collections.

What can you gain?

• Get up to speed with the latest debates and methods to interpret works of art, particularly in the areas of politics, society, gender and identity, material culture and decolonising practices.  
• Exchange ideas and develop questions with a group of like-minded peers. 
• Gain practical knowledge and develop your interpretative skills through museum and gallery visits in Oxford and London.
• Fit study around your commitments and responsibilities by combining online digital learning with in-person teaching. 

Short courses for adult learners

Explore a new topic or revisit a favourite subject over the course of a few days, a few weeks or a term. Our short courses run in person or online, with some offered in both formats – so you can choose the best study option.

► Short courses in the history of art

► Ways to study: how our short courses work