• A major in art history develops critical thinking and the integration of research and knowledge. It provides an excellent grounding for professions as diverse as law, medicine and business. The major prepares students for advanced study in art history, architecture and cultural studies. It also serves as the foundation for careers in teaching, arts administration, museums, galleries, historic preservation, art libraries, publishing, journalism, advertising, art conservation and art investment. As the world becomes increasingly flooded with images, critical visual "reading" skills become more and more important for a wide range of careers.
  • As a student majoring in art history, students will begin with courses that survey the arts of Asia, Europe, and America. More specialized lecture courses and proseminars follow in global art and visual culture from ancient times to the present day. Students are also encouraged to complement the major with advanced work in related disciplines such as classics, religion, history, philosophy, literature, sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, and foreign languages.