Sotheby's Institute of Art: MA in East Asian Art

  England

• London: 
London

Description: The art history of China, Japan and Korea is the focus of this unique programme, which provides art historical instruction in key features and concepts, encouraging students to make cross-cultural links in the art history of East Asia. Teaching is object-based and is organised into three areas of study: ritual and religious art, decorative art and pictorial art. Modern and contemporary Asian art will be covered extensively in the teaching of Semester Two.

A distinctive aspect of the programme is the opportunity to examine art objects closely in handling sessions during study visits to major collections in London and Germany. A longer study-trip to East Asia is included in Semester Two. The itinerary for 2010 will include art historical sites and museum collections in Japan.

Designed for those who wish to become Asian art specialists, the programme offers insight into the business of the auction house and gallery practices, and into the academic and museum world. Graduates pursue a variety of professional careers in the public and private sectors of the Asian art field.

Highlights:
Pictorial art: (painting and prints)
Decorative art: ceramics, bronze, jades,and lacquer
East Asian art after 1850
Trade art
Asian art markets
Trade Art
Contemporary Art in Asia
Emerging Art Markets

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

Scholarships are Available.

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