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Sotheby's Institute of Art Semester Study: Foundations in Western Art

Location: England: London

Term: Fall

Dates: 1 September - 12 December

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

In this intensive introduction to the study of Western art, 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. Lectures and seminars are supplemented by object-based teaching in Londons museums, galleries and historic collections.

Highlights

A study trip to a European city is normally offered to complement the courses regular excursions.

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
  • 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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