A self-governing college of the University of London
All programmes of study offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art aim to give students access to the best available research-led teaching, and world-class learning resources. The Institute offers one undergraduate degree programme: BA (Hons) History of Art.
All applications must be made via the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Due to the large volume of applications we receive for the BA, you should apply by the January UCAS deadline. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
UCAS Course Details:
Institution code name: CRT
Institution code: C80
Course code: V350
Campus code: Leave Blank
Short form of the course title: BA/HoA
Further details: None required
Defer Entry: Enter ‘N’ if you wish to apply for the 2013/14 intake or ‘Y’ if you wish to defer your entry to 2014/15. (Applications for deferred entry will be decided the year the application is made.)
As part of your UCAS application you will be asked to write a personal statement. Advice on writing your personal statement can be found here.
Places available: 50
Applications received for 2011/12: 355
You will be notified whether you have been shortlisted for interview in February 2013. If your first language is not English, you should send your English proficiency certificate (TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge Advanced English) to the Academic Registry. Likewise, if your school results are not automatically reported to UCAS (i.e., if you have studied outside the United Kingdom), you should send copies of your school certificates.
Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applicants for transfer into the second or third year of the course.
Each year you will complete a number of essays and formal exams, which are designed to measure your level of achievement and understanding of the subject matter:
First Year
You will submit two essays in each of the autumn and spring terms, and take three formal examinations at the end of the academic year.
Second Year
You will take four formal examinations relating to each of your four courses at the end of the academic year and submit one 4,000-word essay which should address interests arising directly from your courses.
Third Year
Assessment is based on four formal examinations at the end of the academic year relating to the Special Option Courses and one 5,000-word essay on a topic of particular interest.
In addition to formal assessments, you will be assessed informally on an ongoing basis, which may include:
At the end of each course, you will have a tutorial session with your personal tutor to discuss your progress and performance.
A graduate of The Courtauld’s BA in the History of Art will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of major developments and issues in the history of Western Art. S/he will be aware of and be able to position their own analysis in relation to a range of established interpretative methods employed in the discipline.
This will involve:
All programmes of study offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art aim to give students access to the best available research-led teaching, and world-class learning resources. The Institute offers one undergraduate degree programme: BA (Hons) History of Art. Our BA programme is designed to:
Download the Undergraduate 2012 prospectus.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
AAB excluding General Studies
Admissions tutors are flexible on subjects studied; however, where a student is completing two A-Levels in practical art subjects, a fourth A-Level is required to accommodate for overlap of course content.
A GCSE/O-Level (grade A-C) or equivalent in a European language would be an advantage.
AAAAB or AAABB, usually supplemented by two or more Advanced Highers
Offers made to candidates on the basis of the Advanced Higher subjects are likely to be set at AA for two subjects, and AAB for three subjects.
Advanced Diploma with two A grades at A-Level alongside the Core Certificate at Level 3
D3, D3, M2
Other
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
A bachelors degree (sometimes known as an 'ordinary' or 'first' degree) is a course of academic study leading to a qualification such as a bachelor of arts (BA). The qualification is designed to give you a thorough understanding of a subject. It helps you develop your analytical, intellectual and essay or dissertation writing skills.
A graduate of The Courtauld’s BA in the History of Art will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of major developments and issues in the history of Western Art. S/he will be aware of and be able to position their own analysis in relation to a range of established interpretative methods employed in the discipline.
This will involve:
The Courtauld, based in the heart of London, offers a lively Study Abroad Programme to students from all over the world who are currently enrolled on accredited degree programmes.
You can study for a full year programme from September to June, an autumn term programme from September to December or a spring semester programme from January to June.
Your classes will be assigned based on your academic standing and level of expertise. For example, students with relatively little knowledge of art history or who study abroad early in their academic careers usually join the first year of the programme, and those who have more experience of the subject and who are further along in their studies typically join the second year of the programme.
As a Study Abroad student, you will be able to take advantage of all aspects of life both at The Courtauld and in London. In addition to being a stone's throw away from London's historic monuments and buildings, you will be very near a wide variety of museums and galleries, including The Courtauld Gallery with its world-class collection of paintings and drawings. You can also easily access the shops, theatres, clubs, restaurants and cinemas of the West End. Combined with the activities planned by our dynamic Students' Union, you will find that there are always things to do, people to meet and places to explore.
Applicants may apply direct to The Courtauld using the form below. Complete applications should include:
Please see the Guidance Notes at the end of the application form for details about the supporting documents required.
We welcome direct applications from students from all over the world. If you are unsure as to your eligibility, please contact the Academic Registry.
Students who are studying at a college or university in the US may make apply directly to The Courtauld with the application form above, or through Boston University Study Abroad or the Institute for the International Education of Students (IES), who will forward the applications of qualified candidates to the Academic Registry with their assessment and recommendation.
All admissions decisions are made by The Courtauld.
Applications for Autumn 2013 (September to December) or the 2013/14 academic year should be received by the end of March 2013. We aim to reach admissions decisions by the end of May.
Applications for the Spring 2013 (January to March) should be received by the beginning of October 2012. We aim to reach admissions decisions as soon as possible after this time.
Students who study at The Courtauld for only one term will be assessed by two coursework essays per course (a total of four essays).Students joining us for a full academic year will be assessed by examination and extended essay.
The Courtauld, based in the heart of London, offers a lively Study Abroad Programme to students from all over the world who are currently enrolled on accredited degree programmes.
You can study for a full year programme from September to June, an autumn term programme from September to December or a spring semester programme from January to June.
Your classes will be assigned based on your academic standing and level of expertise. For example, students with relatively little knowledge of art history or who study abroad early in their academic careers usually join the first year of the programme, and those who have more experience of the subject and who are further along in their studies typically join the second year of the programme.
As a Study Abroad student, you will be able to take advantage of all aspects of life both at The Courtauld and in London. In addition to being a stone's throw away from London's historic monuments and buildings, you will be very near a wide variety of museums and galleries, including The Courtauld Gallery with its world-class collection of paintings and drawings. You can also easily access the shops, theatres, clubs, restaurants and cinemas of the West End. Combined with the activities planned by our dynamic Students' Union, you will find that there are always things to do, people to meet and places to explore.
Entry requirements
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
Other
High School Certificate/Diploma with 85% OR Ontario University Preparatory Course with 85% at five grade 12 4U subjects. The sixth subject may be at 4U or 4U/C level. OR the Quebec CEGEP Cote R with an overall R score of 31. Including high marks in English (Language or Literature)
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
If your first language is not English, we require an overall IELTS bandwidth of 7.0 or recognised equivalent.
Studying for the MA in Conservation of wall painting at The Courtauld is a unique experience and graduates are well-equipped to enter any of the varied aspects of the conservation profession across the world.
The three-year MA at the Courtauld focuses on a critical aspect of art heritage and is unique in the world - students will spend time in the UK and abroad. The course is designed to develop skills in a wide range of areas - from science to documentation to art history. These skills underpin the theory and practice of conservation.
The connection between painting, building and location ensures that every wall painting is individual and highly complex. Consequently, the course is open to graduates in humanities and sciences. Students from different backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in the field is not required.
On graduation, you will join a long list of Courtauld alumni who have gone on to fulfil conservation work for heritage organisations and private roles across the world in practical and leadership roles.
On graduation, you will join a long list of Courtauld alumni who have gone on to fulfil conservation work for heritage organisations and private roles across the world in practical and leadership roles.
Applications are considered for the MA in Conservation of Wall Painting every three years.
The next intake is in Autumn 2013.
The application form and guidance for referees document are available to download here:
The application deadline for the course starting in 2013 is 18 January 2013.
For Brazilian applicants the deadline has been extended to 18 February 2013.
If you have questions about the application procedure, contact sharon.cather@courtauld.ac.uk in the Conservation of Wall Painting Department.
The MA in Conservation of Wall Painting is assessed on formal and informal assessment:
NB. Award of degree is based on assessment of the following formally examined components in years 2 and 3: written examinations, oral examinations, and dissertation.
Following completion of your MA in Conservation in Wall Paintings you will develop a range of skills critical to this specialist field. This will involve:
A major component of the MA is an 18,000 word dissertation as part of the final-year research project.
Students select a research topic from a very wide range of areas and each project considers in detail a particular aspect of the technology, recording, examination, or conservation of wall paintings. Many incorporate skills that have been developed throughout the formal teaching while developing additional expertise in research, planning, implementation, information management and networking.
The resulting research leads to acquisition of highly transferrable skills which can lead directly to specific career paths, as well as providing a significant contribution to research in the field.
Topics are varied and have included:
The range demonstrates the scope for students to find research avenues that build on and significantly develop their individual interests and skills.
On graduating, students will be:
On graduation, you will join a long list of Courtauld alumni who have gone on to fulfil conservation work for heritage organisations and private roles across the world in practical and leadership roles.
Deadline for Applications is 18 January 2013.
The Application deadline for Brazilian students has been extended until 18 February 2013.
A number of scholarships are available, please refer to AkzoNobel Scholarships for Brazilian and Chinese students, or this page for more information on Funding and Scholarships for Postgraduate Study at The Courtauld.
Studying for the MA in Conservation of wall painting at The Courtauld is a unique experience and graduates are well-equipped to enter any of the varied aspects of the conservation profession across the world.
The three-year MA at the Courtauld focuses on a critical aspect of art heritage and is unique in the world - students will spend time in the UK and abroad. The course is designed to develop skills in a wide range of areas - from science to documentation to art history. These skills underpin the theory and practice of conservation.
The connection between painting, building and location ensures that every wall painting is individual and highly complex. Consequently, the course is open to graduates in humanities and sciences. Students from different backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in the field is not required.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
Applicants should have good manual dexterity and normal colour vision.
Knowledge of more than one language is an advantage, given the nature of conservation literature and the amount of foreign fieldwork.
Previous conservation experience is not required, though some understanding of the nature of wall painting conservation is desirable. The Department is always glad to advise potential applicants on the types of preparatory work which they might most usefully undertake.
English Language Requirements
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
A master's degree is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.[1] Within the area studied, graduates are posited to possess advanced knowledge of a specialized body of theoretical and applied topics; high order skills in analysis, critical evaluation or professional application; and the ability to solve complex problems and think rigorously and independently.
Studying for the MA History of Art at The Courtauld is a rewarding experience and an excellent gateway to working in the art sector or undertaking further study in the discipline.
The Courtauld's strength lies in it being a small, single-subject academic institution, providing students with an intimate environment in which to participate, develop their knowledge and gain skills for employment in the Arts sector and beyond.
n graduation you will join a long list of Courtauld alumni who have gone on to fulfil national and international roles as museum directors, curators, conservators, academics, critics and journalists, as well as many diverse roles in the heritage sector and commercial art world.
Applicants may apply direct to The Courtauld for 2013 entry using the Application Form below. The deadline for applications to the 2013/14 course is 4 January 2013.Applications should include:
Applicants to the MA History of Art are asked to make up to three choices from the specialist options in order of preference. Special options for the next academic year are listed on this page.
Scholarship applications must be made at the same time as course applications. More information and an application form can be found here.
N.B. Some applicants may be asked to attend an interview, either in person or via Skype, dependent on circumstances. Where they are undertaken, interviews are generally in February or March.
The MA History of Art is assessed on the following:
The virtual exhibition complements the other elements of the coursework and involves the selection and presentation of works of art that you would include in an exhibition addressing a particular theme.
The dissertation is researched and written over a period of approximately three months with full supervision from a member of staff. It forms a complete induction into primary research methods and all aspects of the presentation of research. The topic generally arises from the previous two terms' study, and the supervisor is usually the member of staff who taught the special option.
On graduating, students will:
Following completion of your MA History of Art, you will be aware of and able to present your own analysis in relation to a range of interpretative methods employed in the discipline. This will involve:
Studying for the MA History of Art at The Courtauld is a rewarding experience and an excellent gateway to working in the art sector or undertaking further study in the discipline.
The Courtauld's strength lies in it being a small, single-subject academic institution, providing students with an intimate environment in which to participate, develop their knowledge and gain skills for employment in the Arts sector and beyond.
The MA History of Art programme is designed around the study of specific Special Options and is taught by leading academics. The programme frequently incorporates new Special Options, with recent additions ranging from medieval architecture to early modern Persianate painting to contemporary Chinese art. For the 2013/14 academic year, we are still accepting applications for certain Special Options.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
A master's degree is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.[1] Within the area studied, graduates are posited to possess advanced knowledge of a specialized body of theoretical and applied topics; high order skills in analysis, critical evaluation or professional application; and the ability to solve complex problems and think rigorously and independently.
Studying for the MA Curating the Art Museum is an excellent entry point for a career in museums and galleries.
The course puts the physical object at the heart of curatorial training whilst placing specialist knowledge firmly within the context of the modern museum. The course offers a unique balance of seminars, hands-on experience and internship placements, focusing on the expanding remit of the art curator in the twenty-first century.
The programme provides unrivalled access to exceptional resources, drawing on the Courtauld's own academic faculty, conservation department, gallery and collection, as well as making the most of its close links with other London museums. The course also includes a field trip to Europe and an exhibition project in the third term.
On graduation you will join a long list of Courtauld Alumni who have gone on to fulfill roles in major galleries and museums all over the world, including London, New York, Madrid, Berlin and Los Angeles.
We are now accepting applications for 2013 entry on to this course. You may apply direct to the Academic Registry using the form below.
The deadline for application is 4 January 2013.
Complete applications should include:
Please note: most shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.
The MA Curating the Art Museum is assessed on:
A central element of this MA is a part-time internship, running over six months, in a prominent London museum or gallery. It is designed to expose students to the theoretical and the practical approaches in curating which underpins the entire course.In addition to the formal assessments above, students will also engage in the planning and delivery of public debates involving museum professionals, and undertake collaborative projects oriented towards the display of visual art.
The MA is designed to:
Following completion of this unique programme, you will be ideally placed to contribute to the future of the art museum profession. This will include:
On graduation you will join a long list of Courtauld Alumni who have gone on to fulfill roles in major galleries and museums all over the world, including London, New York, Madrid, Berlin and Los Angeles.
Studying for the MA Curating the Art Museum is an excellent entry point for a career in museums and galleries.
The course puts the physical object at the heart of curatorial training whilst placing specialist knowledge firmly within the context of the modern museum. The course offers a unique balance of seminars, hands-on experience and internship placements, focusing on the expanding remit of the art curator in the twenty-first century.
The programme provides unrivalled access to exceptional resources, drawing on the Courtauld's own academic faculty, conservation department, gallery and collection, as well as making the most of its close links with other London museums. The course also includes a field trip to Europe and an exhibition project in the third term.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
A master's degree is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.[1] Within the area studied, graduates are posited to possess advanced knowledge of a specialized body of theoretical and applied topics; high order skills in analysis, critical evaluation or professional application; and the ability to solve complex problems and think rigorously and independently.
The conservation of paintings is an inter-disciplinary subject and is open to graduates in art, art history or the natural sciences.The three-year course is a rigorous programme that combines teaching conservation theory and practice, using both subject-based learning and problem-solving practical work.The course content is relevant to all aspects of painting conservation and how it is placed in the broadest context of historical and contemporary practice. These include interventive conservation practice, preventive conservation and collections management, conservation science and conservation research.On graduation, you will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to work within a professional framework in either the public or the independent sector.
We are now accepting applications for 2013 entry. You may apply using the application form below.
The deadline for receipt of complete applications is 3 December 2012.
Complete applications should include:
NB. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview that takes a whole day. There is no admission without interview.
The Postgraduate Diploma is assessed on the following written work:
NB. At the end of year one, students must achieve a satisfactory standard in their practical work and pass the exams in order to continue.
On graduating, students will be:
On graduation, you will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to work within a professional framework in either the public or the independent sector.
The conservation of paintings is an inter-disciplinary subject and is open to graduates in art, art history or the natural sciences.
The three-year course is a rigorous programme that combines teaching conservation theory and practice, using both subject-based learning and problem-solving practical work.
The course content is relevant to all aspects of painting conservation and how it is placed in the broadest context of historical and contemporary practice. These include interventive conservation practice, preventive conservation and collections management, conservation science and conservation research.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
The Courtauld Graduate Diploma is a concentrated form of the undergraduate degree and gives graduates of other disciplines, or those with equivalent professional experience, the opportunity to transfer their skills to the study of history of art.You can also use a postgraduate certificate or diploma as a route into a specific career or onto further study, such as a masters degree.
The Graduate Diploma is a concentrated form of the undergraduate degree and gives graduates of other disciplines, or those with equivalent professional experience, the opportunity to transfer their skills to the study of history of art.
The core programme is built round lectures that provide a grounding in the history of art from late Antiquity to the present day. The lectures also explore approaches and methods used in art history and students can explore these further in the other elements of the programme.
We are now accepting applications for 2013 entry. You can apply using the form below.
The deadline for receipt of complete applications is 1 April 2013. Complete applications should include:
Completed application form
The Graduate Diploma is assessed on the following exams and written work in the third term:
The Graduate Diploma is a concentrated form of the undergraduate degree and gives graduates of other disciplines the opportunity to transfer their skills to the study of history of art.
The core programme is built round lectures that provide a grounding in the history of art from late Antiquity to the present day. The lectures also explore approaches and methods used in art history and students can explore these further in the other elements of the programme.
On graduating, students will be:
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
The Courtauld Graduate Diploma is a concentrated form of the undergraduate degree and gives graduates of other disciplines, or those with equivalent professional experience, the opportunity to transfer their skills to the study of history of art.You can also use a postgraduate certificate or diploma as a route into a specific career or onto further study, such as a masters degree.
Research students can register at The Courtauld with MPhil/PhD status, or with occasional student status.
The Courtauld is an excellent centre for pursuing research in the history of art. Our research facilities are exceptional, including The Courtauld Gallery, the book library and picture libraries, and access to other resources across London and beyond.
We have by far the largest body of postgraduate art history students in the UK, and we support an active research environment in which dialogue between staff and students is central.
MPhil/PhD students register at The Courtauld for the duration of their research, complete all monitoring excercises, and are awarded the degree at the end of their studies. Students may enrol for a full- or part-time PhD. Full-time study is for three years, part-time for six.
Occasional students are usually registered at another university, but wish to spend a period of time at The Courtauld. There are no assessments of their work, and no awards granted to occasional students.
Applicants for 2013 entry may apply direct to The Courtauld and must also make contact with a potential supervisor to discuss the proposed research. Contact should be made by email, and information on tutors’ research interests may be found here. The application will be considered by the proposed supervisor and the decision to admit will be taken by the Research Degrees Committee.
The deadline for receipt of complete applications is 5pm Friday February 1st 2013.
Complete applications should include:
Please see the Instructions on the application form for details.
Any applicants wishing to apply for a scholarship must apply using the form found here by the February 1st deadline.
Applicants may apply direct to The Courtauld using the form below. Complete applications should include:
There are currently no collaborative awards available.
Research degrees are awarded on assessment of the completed thesis alone. The assessment for the PhD consists of a thesis of around 100,000 words and an oral examination of the thesis. Some recent successful PhD topics include:
Please visit our research pages for further information about postgraduate research.
Research students can register at The Courtauld with MPhil/PhD status, or with occasional student status.
The Courtauld is an excellent centre for pursuing research in the history of art. Our research facilities are exceptional, including The Courtauld Gallery, the book library and picture libraries, and access to other resources across London and beyond.
We have by far the largest body of postgraduate art history students in the UK, and we support an active research environment in which dialogue between staff and students is central.
MPhil/PhD students register at The Courtauld for the duration of their research, complete all monitoring excercises, and are awarded the degree at the end of their studies. Students may enrol for a full- or part-time PhD. Full-time study is for three years, part-time for six.
Occasional students are usually registered at another university, but wish to spend a period of time at The Courtauld. There are no assessments of their work, and no awards granted to occasional students.
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
PhD or MPhil applicants are normally expected to hold a Masters degree in a subject relevant to their proposed research, with at least 65% in the dissertation or thesis.
Other
PhD or MPhil applicants are normally expected to hold a Masters degree in a subject relevant to their proposed research, with at least 65% in the dissertation or thesis.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
A doctorate qualification gives you the opportunity to undertake an original piece of research.It will usually take at least three years of full-time study to complete. Throughout the course, you will be expected to work independently, with guidance from a supervisor.The supervisor advises you whether your research is on track and about deadlines you have to meet.During the first one to three years of your doctorate, you will research your chosen topic and plan your dissertation. In your final year, you will normally write up your dissertation.
A doctorate qualification gives you the opportunity to undertake an original piece of research.It will usually take at least three years of full-time study to complete. Throughout the course, you will be expected to work independently, with guidance from a supervisor.The supervisor advises you whether your research is on track and about deadlines you have to meet. During the first one to three years of your doctorate, you will research your chosen topic and plan your dissertation. In your final year, you will normally write up your dissertation.
The MA provides a comprehensive grounding in Buddhist art and its conservation both for those intending to pursue further specialist conservation education, and for others who wish to proceed into related fields such as art-historical research, curating, or site-management.
We are now accepting applications for 2013 entry for this MA. You may apply using the Application Form (link below).
The deadline for application is 8 March 2013.
Complete applications should include:
Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. For applicants outside the UK a Skype interview can be arranged.
The MA in Buddhist Art: History and Conservation is assessed both formally and informally. Formal assessment is based on:
Informal assessment is based on
A major component of the MA is a 10,000-word dissertation.
Students select a research topic from a wide range of areas and each project considers in detail a particular aspect of the technology, conservation, management or curating of Buddhist art. You will incorporate knowledge and skills developed throughout the formal teaching, while developing additional expertise in research, planning, implementation, information management and networking.
The resulting research leads to acquisition of highly transferrable skills relevant to specific career paths, as well as providing a significant contribution to research in the field.
This unique programme provides a comprehensive grounding in Buddhist art and its conservation both for students intending to pursue further specialist conservation education, and for students who wish to proceed into related fields such as art-historical research, curating, or site-management. It will provide you with:
In this full-time twelve-month course, teaching is mainly concentrated in three 11-week terms, but supervision of the dissertation continues during the summer months. Students undertake a dissertation which will consider an aspect of the original techniques, conservation, management or curating of Buddhist art.
The MA provides a comprehensive grounding in Buddhist art and its conservation both for those intending to pursue further specialist conservation education, and for others who wish to proceed into related fields such as art-historical research, curating, or site-management.
This unique one-year MA is offered by The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Centre for Buddhist Art and Conservation at The Courtauld. It combines teaching in the key tenets of Buddhism, the history of Buddhist art, and the making and conservation of Buddhist art. Taught by a wide range of specialists, it includes a field trip to conservation and management projects in Asia. Drawing on The Courtauld’s research and conservation work in Bhutan, China and India, this MA is specifically designed to equip students with:
Entry requirements
United Kingdom
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
United States
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
Other
Students will normally have achieved a good 2.1 in a humanities subject, considered to be an overall average 65% or above.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
All applicants are expected to have an effective knowledge of English, both spoken or written. For applicants whose first language is not English, we require proof of English proficiency.
We will accept:
Please note that we will not accept institutional test results.
You may be exempt from providing proof of proficiency if either of the following applies to you:
*For a list of countries considered majority English -speaking countries by the UK Border Agency for purposes of English language proficiency, please see the 'Instructions' pages of our programme application forms.
If you are unable to book a test at a centre in advance of the application deadline, you may submit your application without an English proficiency result and it will be passed on for consideration. You should send your test result when it becomes available to you.
Foreign language requirements
A small number of the special options require students to be able to study texts in their original language. Where this is a requirement, the special options list the languages needed.
PhD or MPhil applicants are normally expected to hold a Masters degree in a subject relevant to their proposed research, with at least 65% in the dissertation or thesis.
