Summer Study in London or New York



Our series of intensive 4-week Summer Study courses held in London, New York and Singapore and 2-week Summer Study courses in New York offer interesting and compelling insights into the art world and include lectures and seminars led by Sotheby's Institute of Art Faculty, international experts and leading practitioners in the field.

Enrollment is open to college students, professionals in the field, experts-in-training and career-changers. There are no formal entry requirements for the Summer Study courses.




Summer Study in New York

4-Week Summer Study Courses:

1 – 24 June, 2010:

6 - 29 July, 2010:

2-Week Courses

Get summer study frequently asked questions Download Registration Form and Information.

Get summer study frequently asked questions Download Frequently Asked Questions about Summer Study.

Academic Credits:
The granting of transfer credit from any institution is always at the discretion of the “home” school and students should request approval in advance.

It is advisable to seek approval prior to taking the course as credit acceptance is at the discretion of individual institutions.

International students: All our summer programs can be completed while visiting the U.S. on a tourist visa.

For further information, please contact: publicprogramsNY@sothebysinstitute.com
Tel: +1 212.517.3929


Short Courses in New York

Spring 2010, starting from 15 March, 2010: Download Registration Form and Payment Information.

For further information and to reserve a place on a short course, please email: publicprogramsNY@sothebysinstitute.com
Tel: +1 212.517.3929


All New York coursework is offered on a non-credit basis.


Summer Study in Singapore

4-week Summer Study Course:

5 - 30 June, 2010 Further Information:
Please contact Summer Courses Co-ordinator, tel. +65 63052600 or a.koh@sothebysinstitute.com

Summer Study in London

4-week Summer Study Courses:

21 June - 16 July 2010

Academic Credits:
The 4-week Summer Study courses can be accredited through your university based on prior approval. For students at postgraduate level wishing to apply, tutors will allocate additional projects and grade on a higher level.

These courses offer interesting and compelling insights into the art world and include lectures and seminars led by Sotheby’s Institute of Art faculty, international experts and leading practioners in the field. Visits to major collections in London's museums, auction houses, artists' studios and royal palaces allow each participant to develop a deeper understanding of the art.

Further Information
Please contact Martin Williams, tel. +44 (0)20 7462 3249 or click here to send an email.


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Short Courses in London

Starting 24 March, 2010:


Starting 22 April, 2010:

Starting 4 May, 2010:

Evening Debate on June, 2010 (date tbc):

Evening Debate on 7 July, 2010:


To book a place, call Martin Williams on +44 (0)20 7462 3249 or download our booking form, indicating which course you would like to take and email back to us at shortcourses@sothebysinstitute.com

Get summer study application form Download our Short Courses brochure and booking form.

Executive Education
Sotheby’s Institute of Art also presents exclusive day courses designed especially for art professionals.

Executive Education Spring 2010:


To book a place, call Lyn Calzia on +44 (0)20 7462 3253 or download our booking form, indicating which course you would like to take and email back to us at shortcourses@sothebysinstitute.com