Sotheby's Institute of Art: Styles in Art

  England

• London: 
London

Term: Fall 
Dates: 1 September - 12 December

Description: Styles in Art is an intensive 15-week introduction to the history of Western art for those with little or no background in the subject. Students begin their studies with Egyptian antiquities in the British Museum, and conclude with contemporary art at Tate Modern.

The course covers painting, sculpture, architecture, decorative art and the development of the art market. Additionally, it examines techniques and materials, patronage and the display of collections, religious and political contexts for stylistic development, and issues of quality and value related to art objects.

Highlights: Tutors augment lectures and seminars with focused, object-based teaching in London's museums, galleries and historic collections. A study trip to a European city is normally offered to complement the course's regular excursions.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 14,000

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to England Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Sotheby's Institute of Art - London's Mission Statement: For forty years, Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for distinguished careers in the international art world. Today, Sotheby's Institute of Art comprises academic centres in London, New York, and Singapore. Its international focus reflects a commitment to interactive hands-on education that draws creatively upon the resources of important art centres worldwide. The Institute's core faculty includes scholars and renowned practitioners in the art world including experts from Sotheby's auction house. Together, these professionals are committed to providing each student with the appropriate knowledge to achieve professional career success.

Year Founded: 1968