Bachelor of Arts - Art History

Art history is the study of visual artifacts that express the values of cultures and societies. The Bachelor of Arts - Art History at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, students will learn to recognize, analyze, and interpret works of art from around the globe and across the centuries. Learners explore art, architecture, and the culture of history, they will develop their analytical, communication, critical thinking, research, and visual skills—skills that are applicable in a wide range of career paths. Students' studies in art history will prepare them for professional options in areas such as appraisal, arts administration, conservation, corporate arts management, education, preservation, publishing, research, and writing—and for positions in archives, galleries, libraries, and museums. They will also be ready for graduate study in art history and related fields.