Art is a pleasure for the senses, and it is also a faithful reflection of the era and society that produces it, and one of its most refined cultural manifestations. From the cave paintings of thousands of years ago to the most transgressive performances of today, its different manifestations (plastic arts, architecture, cinematography and other visual arts, etc.) create an illustrated map of the evolution of the human spirit. The study of material and intangible heritage is also among the fundamental axes of the Degree in History of Art, offering a solid training for those who are professionally interested in the management and safeguarding of Heritage.
Through the Degree in Art History you will gain access to the theoretical and practical tools to make it your future profession, in the field of current creative and cultural manifestations and in the study of creative processes over time and their legacy.
You will have the option of doing voluntary external internships in numerous companies and public institutions, as well as taking advantage of mobility programmes in European and American universities.
Knowledge areas
Arts and Humanities
Centre
Campus
Alava
Contact
Duration
4 courses
Number of credits
240 ECTS credits
Languages
Basque, English, Spanish
Study type
Face-to-face degree
Price per credit in first registration
13,42 €
Pass mark
5 in extraordinary exam session (2024/25)
Places available
60 places
4 reasons to choose this degree
- To enjoy and learn about art, to understand its works and the social reasons that led to their creation.
- Specific training to work in museums, galleries and heritage-related institutions.
- Internships in museums, whose artistic and cultural work is fundamental: Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, Balenciaga, Oteiza, etc.
- Option to study part of the degree at a university in Europe, Latin America, Canada, etc. through mobility programmes.
Applicant profile
If you are interested in the creative and cultural manifestations of your own time and past times; you conceive the image as a fundamental element of current culture and you are attracted to its study and research. If you are interested in cultural and artistic heritage management in order to make it your profession and you have the capacity for observation, analysis and a critical spirit. If you also believe that the Humanities are fundamental for a comprehensive education and the progress of society, and you want to define your professional profile in this field, the Degree in History of Art is the place for you.
Career opportunities
You can access many professional fields:
- Protection and conservation of historical and artistic heritage
- Teaching (secondary and university education) and research
- Management of museums and cultural institutions
- Curating exhibitions and cultural events
- Advice on collections or the art market
- Art criticism
- Publishing management: catalogues, art publications...
- Production and dissemination of teaching material