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 London and Germany 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 2010 - 31 October 2011

SEMESTER 1
September – December, 2010
Ritual and religious art
Decorative art
Pictorial art (paintings and prints)
Three-day study visit to Europe

SEMESTER 2
January - June, 2011
Decorative art
Pictorial art (paintings and prints)
Study trip to East Asia

SEMESTER 3
June - October, 2011
Dissertation (MA only).
Students prepare a dissertation under the supervision of their tutor.


Faculty
Dr. Anne Farrer, Programme Director
Plus consultant lecturers including:
Julia Hutt
Gordon Lang


Programme Prospectus & Flyer
Download East Asian Art programme prospectus.
Download East Asian Art programme flyer.


Course fees 2009-2010
Semesters 1 & 2: £8,900 per semester
Semester 3: £3,100
Travel costs: £2,200

*Fees may be subject to a small increase for 2010/11.

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