Master in Art History in a Global Context

The University of Zurich offers a Master of Arts in Art History in a Global Context. This program focuses on art history beyond Europe. It encourages critical examination of the field's methods. Students learn to move past center-periphery models. The study explores objects from a global perspective and their relation to transcultural phenomena. The program is taught in English.

Students will gain a solid foundation in theories of global art history. This includes a focus on postcolonial and transcultural methods. Seminars and excursions allow for in-depth study of specific places and regions. The curriculum covers non-European and transcultural art aspects from the Middle Ages to the present day. Graduates can pursue careers in museums, exhibition design, art criticism, cultural journalism, academia, galleries, and art publishing.

Admission requires a Bachelor's degree in Art History. A Bachelor's in another field may be accepted with additional requirements. Specific admission criteria are detailed in the program's appendix to the academic regulations. Further information is available on the program's website and in the course catalog.

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.