BA Art History and Visual Culture

Course Overview This course provides the essential analytical tools to interpret a wide spectrum of visual culture, from traditional fine arts to contemporary digital media. You will learn to critically engage with images, objects, and practices to understand their profound role within societies and cultural contexts. The vibrant arts scene embedded on campus serves as a living laboratory for your studies. Key Program Highlights Master analytical frameworks to interpret art, architecture, design, and contemporary visual media. Explore a diverse range of forms, including painting, sculpture, film, performance, and digital art. Develop critical skills to decode visual culture and understand its societal significance. Gain direct access to campus cultural venues like the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum and Exeter Northcott Theatre. Apply your learning in a real-world context through the university's rich artistic resources.