Sotheby's Institute of Art: MA in Photography: Contemporary & Historical

  England

• London: 
London

Description: This programme offers an in-depth study of photography and its significance in modern visual culture. Its focus is the critical analysis of the earliest to the most recent photographic experiments and art objects. Tracing photography's increased presence in private collections, public museums, commercial galleries and the emergence of major markets in this field is a key aspect of the course. A variety of lectures by distinguished guest scholars and experts as well as study visits to museums, art fairs and collections in the UK and abroad are included in the programme.

The programme is intended for those interested in careers as specialists in photographic imagery and objects but also provides a good grounding for all arts-based careers. Recent graduates have taken up positions at contemporary art and photographic galleries.

Highlights:
* Pre-photography and photography since the 1800s
* Issues in contemporary art/photography
* Curating an exhibition
* Writing and publishing art criticism
* Research methodology

* The Photography industry and network
* Art, criticism, theory and literature
* Key artists/photographers, key exhibitions and books

Options to be selected from:
1. Modernism and Postmodernism
2. Contemporary photography
3. The Victorians

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: USD40,000

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to England Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is 2 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Sotheby's Institute of Art - London's Mission Statement: For forty years, Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for distinguished careers in the international art world. Today, Sotheby's Institute of Art comprises academic centres in London, New York, and Singapore. Its international focus reflects a commitment to interactive hands-on education that draws creatively upon the resources of important art centres worldwide. The Institute's core faculty includes scholars and renowned practitioners in the art world including experts from Sotheby's auction house. Together, these professionals are committed to providing each student with the appropriate knowledge to achieve professional career success.

Year Founded: 1968