The M.Phil. in History of Art and Architecture at Trinity College Dublin offers a distinctive postgraduate programme for those passionate about understanding and interpreting visual culture. You will engage deeply with the principal sources and methodologies applicable to advanced study in art history, exploring the conceptual underpinnings of the discipline. This course is ideal for students seeking to develop sophisticated analytical skills through the close examination of both Irish and global art and architecture, preparing you for impactful contributions to scholarship and public discourse in this dynamic field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over 12 months, beginning in September and culminating in the submission of a substantial 15,000-word dissertation in August. Your learning journey will involve a core module on Research Methods in Art History, alongside four elective modules that allow for focused study on specific periods or media, with the option to pursue an Irish art strand. You will develop expertise in areas such as medieval monastic art, portraiture, or interpreting built heritage, graduating with advanced research skills and a critical understanding of art-historical practice.