MA in East Asian Art, London

The art history of China, Japan and Korea from the Neolithic to the present day is the focus of this unique programme, designed for those who wish to become Asian art specialists. The course offers an art historical training in key features and concepts, encouraging students to make cross-cultural links in the art history of East Asia.

Teaching focuses on an object-based approach and is organised into three strands: ritual and religious art, decorative art and pictorial art. Another unique aspect to this programme is the additional knowledge of auction house, art market, museum and gallery practices which equip students for professional careers within the Asian art field. Graduates go on to pursue a variety of careers within the academic, museum and auction house world as well as opening their own specialist galleries. Handling sessions and study visits include visits to major collections in the UK and Europe as well as a longer study trip to East Asia.

Students with no prior background in Asian art may consider our summer courses in Asian art and our 15-week Semester course, Styles in Asian Art.

ACADEMIC YEAR: 1 September 2009 - 31 October 2010

SEMESTER 1
7 September – 15 December, 2009
Ritual and religious art
Decorative art
Pictorial art (paintings and prints)
Three-day study trip to Germany

SEMESTER 2
January - June, 2010
Subject areas as above plus options in the following:
Trade Art
Contemporary Art in Asia
Emerging Art Markets

SEMESTER 3
June - October, 2010
Dissertation (MA only). Students prepare a dissertation under the supervision of their tutor.

Faculty

Dr. Anne Farrer, Programme Director
Julia Hutt
Gordon Lang

Programme Prospectus & Flyer

Download East Asian Art programme prospectus.
Download East Asian Art programme flyer.

Course fees

Semesters 1 & 2: £8,900 per semester
Semester 3: £3,100
Travel costs: £2,200

For details on how to apply to the MA East Asian Art programme, please visit admissions page