The Bachelor of Arts in Art History at Saint Louis University Madrid offers you a deep dive into the visual culture and creative expressions that have shaped human civilization across diverse eras and global regions. This undergraduate degree is ideal for intellectually curious students eager to understand the cultural, historical, and social contexts that inform artistic creation and interpretation. You will explore key periods, movements, and artists, developing a critical vocabulary and analytical framework essential for deciphering the complex narratives embedded within art, from ancient civilizations to contemporary global arts.
This full-time, on-campus programme is structured over four years, requiring 120 credit hours, with 37 dedicated to the art history major. You will engage with foundational courses like ARTH 1010, delve into art produced before and after 1800, and explore global arts, culminating in a research methods seminar (ARTH 4900). Opportunities for an internship or advanced electives allow you to tailor your studies, while a studio art elective provides practical creative insight. You will graduate with robust skills in critical analysis, research, and communication, preparing you for diverse career paths in galleries, museums, academia, or the broader creative industries.