BA (Hons) History of Art (with a Foundation Year)
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
At UEA, we believe everyone should have the chance to study at degree level. You might not yet have the required grades. You may need a little extra support.
You may need time to decide where your interests lie. If so, then our BA History of Art with a Foundation Year course is the perfect choice. Our Humanities Foundation Year is an intensive and exciting year of study.
You’ll focus on the topics which interest you. And you'll create a tool kit of essential academic skills. We provide a supportive and rewarding learning environment.
You'll study with dedicated lecturers from UEA’s Interdisciplinary Institute for the Humanities. You’ll explore a wide range of related academic subjects, including History, Literature, Philosophy, Film, Media, and Politics. We’ll help you make connections between different disciplines and spark your curiosity.
We'll also encourage you to work towards your own individual learning goals.
Key highlights
- Intensive Humanities Foundation Year building essential academic skills
- Taught by lecturers from an Interdisciplinary Institute for the Humanities
- Explore History, Literature, Philosophy, Film, Media and Politics
- Make connections between different disciplines
- Supportive environment helping you work towards individual learning goals
Entry requirements
- A-level: CCC — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A Levels CCC Contextual offer: CDD BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM Contextual offer: MMP Combinations of BTEC and A Levels Access to HE Diploma Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pat…
- A-level: CDD — contextual offer
- BTEC: MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- BTEC: MMP — contextual offer
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 credits at Level 3
- T-level: Pass — T Levels Obtain an overall Pass
Careers this course leads to
- Museum curator
- Gallery assistant
- Art historian
- Heritage officer
- Arts administrator
- Auction house specialist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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