Master in Art History

The University of Zurich offers a Master's program in Kunstgeschichte (Art History). This program is located at the largest art history institute in Switzerland. Students can deepen their expertise and choose their own focus areas, themes, and historical periods. The Master's degree can be pursued as a specialized single subject or combined with other programs at the university.

The curriculum involves in-depth, research-oriented study. It emphasizes theoretical and methodological questions, often using interdisciplinary approaches. Students participate in exercises and excursions to engage with original artworks and their contexts. External lecturers, such as museum curators, provide insights into professional art history work. Graduates are prepared for careers in museums, art trade, heritage conservation, provenance research, art education, cultural management, journalism, and academia.

Admission requires a Bachelor's degree in Art History. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may also be accepted, potentially with additional requirements. Specific admission criteria are detailed in the program's study regulations. The primary language of instruction for this Master's program is German.

The University of Zurich is a public research university. It is located in Switzerland. The university is the largest in Switzerland. It has seven faculties. It also has over 150 institutes. More than 200 study programs are offered.

The University of Zurich is known for its diverse perspectives. It brings together different ways of thinking and academic cultures. The university is home to students and staff from over 120 countries. This creates a rich international environment for learning and research.