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    History of Art and Visual Studies MA

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    Coventry, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £29,340.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Coventry, GB. Tuition is £29,340.

    About the program

    Prepares students for specialised postgraduate research in Art History and Visual Studies by studying different periods and media, with core modules on methods, academic preparation, and a 15,000-word dissertation, plus optional modules. Covers broader issues like global art history, cross-cultural interaction, spatial contexts of art, architecture, urbanism, and arts in global society.

    Focus: both
    4th The Guardian University Guide 2024 (History of Art subject area)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2026
    Jul 31, 2026
    Autumn 2027
    Jul 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £13,632.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick cost?
    The total estimated tuition for History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick is £29,340.
    Is History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick online or in-person?
    History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick is offered in-person.
    How long does History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick take to complete?
    History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in History of Art or a related subject
    What work-permit options follow History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick?
    Post-completion work rights for History of Art and Visual Studies MA at University of Warwick: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)