Art History
Faculty:
The Art History Program offers courses ranging from history of art survey courses to upper division courses including Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, African, Native, Pre-Columbian, Japanese, Chinese, Contemporary, and Women Artists.
View the Art History Writing Guidelines (PDF)
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Writing About Art by Marjorie Munsterberg
Art History at UNC is devoted to the study of the visual arts and is concerned with the nature of works of art, as well as artwork’s context and content. Introductory level courses provide a foundation for understanding and appreciating the history of art. Upper level courses in the curriculum offer more advanced and specialized knowledge of global traditions and current expressions in the visual arts. The program of study in art history can lead to careers in teaching, museum administration and curating; work in galleries and auction houses, publishing, criticism, and other creative careers. Art history is, of course, relevant to all majors in the School of Art and Design, as well as those majoring in disciplines outside of the School.
Many of the survey and upper division courses are taught in Smart Classrooms in the recently renovated Guggenheim Hall. The classrooms feature digital imaging projection equipment and other technology enhancements.
The Senior Portfolio requirement in Art History is completed through a research project in an area of art history and a written paper summarizing results of the project research and demonstrating competence in critical analysis skills.
Courses in Art History are frequently offered during the summer semester
including an on-site class at Mesa Verde National Park, and Italy.
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