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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies
University of East Anglia
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies course at University of East Anglia.
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A level
A,B,B
Contextual Offer: BBC
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Fine Art | A |
| Business Studies | C |
| English Literature | C |
| History | C |
| Psychology | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V3P1
Here's what University of East Anglia says about its History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies course.
Overview
What roles do galleries and museums play in today’s society? How have they shaped our understanding of art? On this course you’ll explore these and many more questions through first-hand experience of a major art gallery and museum. You’ll discover the history of art across time and cultures and explore the relationship between culture and society from the past to the present and into the future.
Based in the world-famous Sainsbury Centre, you’ll become part of a unique community. We’re the only Art History Department in the UK located within a world-renowned art museum.
You’ll explore the politics and practises of display across diverse collections and exhibitions. This includes contemporary art galleries, natural history collections, historic houses, and heritage sites. And you’ll consider the work of curators, conservators, and educators, including how they engage broad audiences. These topics are pivotal to careers in museums, galleries, and the heritage sector.
The BA History of Art with Gallery and Museum Studies allows you to immerse yourself in the historic city of Norwich. You’ll study in the collections of the Sainsbury Centre, where you’ll examine objects and artworks at first hand. You'll learn about the processes and politics of collecting, while considering diverse communities and audiences. Learning from world-leading experts, you’ll gain different perspectives on art and material culture.
We’re part of an international network for the study and display of art. This includes the Sainsbury Centre, Sainsbury Research Unit for the Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, and Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures. This network provides opportunities to connect you with local and national museums. Our graduates have gone on to exciting and rewarding careers in the cultural, creative, and heritage sectors. We look forward to you joining our community.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Source: University of East Anglia
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of History and Art History
Location
Main Site | Norwich
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• History of art
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| International | £23,100 per year |
University of East Anglia student reviews
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Unknown year
2 years ago
Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Uni life is very fun. You get to spend time with your friends and they're always there so you don't get bored. Norwich is a very average city but again you get used to it and it's also very historic
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Cost of living is hard personally but you get used to it. It depends on how you manage your money
Foundation year student
2 years ago
The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
I haven't had any issues but they're supportive and available when u need them
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East Anglia
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Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of East Anglia graduates who took History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
52%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
60%
Say it fits with future plans
37%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
16%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Administrative occupations
9%
Elementary occupations
9%
Teaching Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.9k
First year after graduation
£24.8k
Third year after graduation
£29.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to History of Art with Gallery & Museum Studies.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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