Art History - Northwestern University

Art History from Northwestern University is a Campus Bachelor Art History degree that prepares you for a Art and Design career. About the Program Art history explores the historical meaning of art , architecture, and visual culture in all parts of the world from antiquity to the present. It analyzes visual objects through their form, technique, design, historical context, and ideological function. It also studies individual artists or makers, cultural institutions, audiences, and intercultural exchanges. It is inherently interdisciplinary, often requiring theoretical engagement with fields such as anthropology, philosophy, critical theory, political science, history, literature, film, performance, theater, and area studies. The study of art history develops skills of informed and critical looking, reading, speaking, and writing. Thus, while it offers specialized knowledge of the visual world for those who want to pursue careers in the art world, academia, and the practice of art and design, the major is also excellent for any student seeking a solid foundation in the liberal arts . With its broad historical, cultural, geographic, and methodological spectrum, it offers an excellent background for students who want to specialize in areas such as law, medicine, business, international relations, politics, and education. Careers in museums generally require at least a master\'s degree . Careers in college and university teaching and research require a PhD. View more details on Northwestern University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Art History courses.