Embark on a scholarly journey with the MA in Art History at John Cabot University, a postgraduate degree designed for those passionate about understanding the visual and material culture of Rome, Italy, and the Mediterranean from antiquity to the present. This programme immerses you in the critical methodologies and practical research skills essential for a professional art historian, leveraging Rome's unparalleled artistic heritage as your living laboratory. You will gain direct experience with primary sources, including paintings, architecture, and archival documents, preparing you to analyse and interpret the complexities of art across diverse historical periods and cultural contexts.
This full-time, on-campus Master's degree is structured over two years, offering a dynamic learning environment where you will engage deeply with subjects ranging from Roman mural painting and illuminated manuscripts to Baroque architecture and contemporary visual culture. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, including site visits, archival navigation, and object analysis, culminating in a significant MA thesis and a professional internship. You will develop advanced research capabilities and practical skills, graduating with a comprehensive understanding of art-historical practice and a strong foundation for careers in academia, museums, galleries, or heritage institutions.