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Sotheby's Institute of Art Semester Study: Art & Business

Location: England: London

Term: Fall, Spring

Dates: 6 September - 15 December, 2011; 23 January - 11 May, 2012

Sotheby's Institute of Art

http://www.sothebysinstitute.com

30 Bedford Square, Bloomsbury London, WC1B 3EE England

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Phone: +44 20 7462 3232

Description

An introduction to an art world career, this course is designed for those who are interested both in art history and the business practices of the art world.

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 course.

The business component of the course examines the history, management and legal ramifications 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

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Credit Available

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Independent living

Participants Travel to England

Independently

Application Process Involves
  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
2 weeks
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
Sotheby's Institute of Art'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 and New York. Its international focus reflects a commitment to interactive hands-on education that draws creatively upon the resources of important art centres worldwide.

Year Founded

1968

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