Sotheby's Institute of Art: Art & Business

  England

• London: 
London

Term: Fall, Spring 
Dates: 1 September - 12 December and 19 January - 8 May

Description: This 15-week one-semester programme is an introduction to an art world career. It is designed for those who are interested both in art history and in how the art world operates. Through lectures and visits to specialist museums and collections throughout the semester, students are introduced to the cultural history of London and the ways in which art has been made, sold and collected.

Students choose from a number of art and design historical modules for a personal and tailored programme. The business component of the programme examines the history, management and legal structures of both public and private art organisations.

Highlights: Lectures and seminars are augmented by visits to museums, galleries and historic houses, as well as to art and design dealers and the auction houses.

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

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview
• 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