Art History & Visual Culture and Classical Studies

Learn how to interpret works of art (including architecture, art and design), images, objects and practices in order to understand contemporary and past societies explore the culture and thought of the ancient world through its literature, art and artefacts for classical studies, all texts are usually taught in translation so there is no requirement to study latin or greek language modules unless you choose to study key texts in translation and learn a classical language in depth for at least two years

This course is available with a placement year option where you will study for 1 additional year.the placement year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject.

• Type: Optional

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Studying art history & visual culture equips students with a broad range of highly desirable transferable skills in analysis, critique, research and theoretical and practical creativity. these will prepare you to enter a wide variety of professions. you will also develop specialist knowledge of everything from traditional art forms such as architecture and sculpture, to today’s visual practices such as film, video, performance and digital art. you will benefit from productive engagement with collections, institutions and art groups in the area, in tandem with the wider arts community in the south west and beyond.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Exeter has partnerships with the following companies: