The MA Art History, Collections and Curating at University College Dublin provides you with advanced postgraduate training in the critical analysis and historical understanding of art, focusing specifically on the complexities of collections and curatorial practice. This Masters Degree is designed for aspiring art historians and curators who wish to develop sophisticated research skills and a deep engagement with the theories and methodologies underpinning museum studies and art historical scholarship. You will explore the vital role of art history in understanding cultural heritage and shaping public engagement with artistic legacies.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over one year, immerses you in core modules such as Approaches to Art History: Resources and Methods, Curating & Collections, and Museums & Modernity. You will benefit from practical experiences including an MA Field Trip and specialised topics like Collecting in The Netherlands, culminating in an extensive MA Dissertation. You will graduate with the specialised knowledge and analytical abilities required for dynamic careers in galleries, museums, heritage organisations, or further academic research in art history.