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Summer Study Abroad - Art History, Criticism and Communication

Summer Study Abroad - Art History, Criticism and Communication
College
Central Saint Martins
Level
Open to all levels

Explore the fields of art history, criticism, communication and fine art, as taught at Central Saint Martins College.

Course introduction

Join an exciting exploration of art through the Art History, Criticism, and Communication Summer Study Abroad programme at Central Saint Martins. This course is your gateway to contextualizing and evolving your artistic ideas, delving into diverse perspectives ranging from modernist art history to contemporary cultural theory and conceptual practice. You'll take part in activities to foster creative links with London’s rich contemporary visual and material culture, from gallery and museum visits to sessions working alongside professional artists, curators, writers and publishers.

Dates and fees

Course Dates

Date: 1 July 2024 - 18 July 2024

Cost: £2,380

Time: Mon - Thu / 10am - 4pm

Duration: 3 weeks

Location: TBD

Entry requirements

English requirements

You should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and make presentations. As a guideline we would expect you to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS score of 6.0.

More information on English language requirements and equivalencies.

Academic requirements

Open to all levels. Students applying for this course would preferably have completed one year at university (undergraduate-level study).

Course details

The course assists you in contextualizing and developing your ideas about art through an array of visual and critical lenses, from modernist art history to contemporary cultural theory and conceptual practice. A series of informal seminars and tutorials will help focus your research. Students will build a deeper understanding and working knowledge of contemporary art practice, with confidence as well as a key network of cultural resources and connections.

Credits:

  • This course is the equivalent to 4 US style credits.
  • If you’re planning to claim credit towards your degree, be sure to check with your home institution before you apply.

Tutor information

Jeanette Farrell is a writer and educator based in London. Originally from Dublin, where she wrote about art and culture for many years, she is a graduate of the Institute of Art and Design in Dublin, London College of Communications and most recently of Critical Writing in Art and Design at the Royal College of Art. She has written extensively about the creative life of the city for publications including Wallpaper, Blueprint, Hole and Corner amongst many others and is a short course tutor at Central Saint Martins.

Why choose Central Saint Martins?

During this intensive three-week course you will:

  • explore the fields of art history, criticism, communication and fine art, as taught at Central Saint Martins College.
  • learn from tutors who are practicing artists, designers and communicators; benefit from access to specialist facilities at one of UAL’s six Colleges.
  • meet like-minded individuals from around the world!
  • get involved in UAL life through social events and activities.
  • All courses are assessed and you'll receive a record of study at the end of the programme if you wish to request credit from your home institution.

Materials

Materials and other requirements needed for the course:

  • A notepad and pen
  • Oyster card, for visiting galleries around London

Please note items can also be purchased from the college shop.

Summer Study Abroad Award

We offer a Summer Study Abroad Award for all of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses.

To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, hold an offer to join one of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses, and be enrolled on an undergraduate degree programme outside the UK.

  • The award covers the tuition-fee only and depends on you successfully enrolling for the course. Our cancellation policy still applies.
  • Award winners will be asked to take part in promotional activities to promote Summer Study Abroad, including social media posts and takeovers, and blog writing.

Find out how to apply.

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