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Based in central London, our unique hands-on and interdisciplinary postgraduate degree investigates applied arts in historic interiors.
Key features
Interdisciplinary and diverse in approach.
Hands-on teaching in museums, galleries and auction houses.
Project-based vocational training.
Country House Study Week in Buckinghamshire and surrounding counties.
Study week in Paris.
This unique course offers an exciting opportunity for the study of European decorative arts in historic interiors at postgraduate level. With a strong focus on Britain and France in the global context of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it employs a wide range of disciplinary approaches for students to acquire specialist knowledge of architecture, interiors, furniture, silver, textiles and ceramics, of their modes of design and production, and questions of patronage, collecting and display.
A key element of this unique course is the emphasis on in-gallery teaching and object handling with world-class specialists. It draws on the outstanding collections and curatorial expertise of the nearby Wallace Collection, the V&A South Kensington, and Waddesdon Manor, and of other leading specialists who participate in the teaching; see our dedicated Academic Staff Page.
With a long-standing international reputation, the programme provides vocational and rigorous academic training to prepare graduates for careers in museums, auction houses, historical consulting in interior design, antique dealing, and further study.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Based in central London, our unique hands-on and interdisciplinary postgraduate degree investigates applied arts in historic interiors.
Key features
Interdisciplinary and diverse in approach.
Hands-on teaching in museums, galleries and auction houses.
Project-based vocational training.
Country House Study Week in Buckinghamshire and surrounding counties.
Study week in Paris.
This unique course offers an exciting opportunity for the study of European decorative arts in historic interiors at postgraduate level. With a strong focus on Britain and France in the global context of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it employs a wide range of disciplinary approaches for students to acquire specialist knowledge of architecture, interiors, furniture, silver, textiles and ceramics, of their modes of design and production, and questions of patronage, collecting and display.
A key element of this unique course is the emphasis on in-gallery teaching and object handling with world-class specialists. It draws on the outstanding collections and curatorial expertise of the nearby Wallace Collection, the V&A South Kensington, and Waddesdon Manor, and of other leading specialists who participate in the teaching; see our dedicated Academic Staff Page.
With a long-standing international reputation, the programme provides vocational and rigorous academic training to prepare graduates for careers in museums, auction houses, historical consulting in interior design, antique dealing, and further study.
Admission Requirements
87+
6.5+
The minimum entry level required for this course is as follows: a first or second-class honours degree from a recognised university or, a recognised professional qualification or relevant work experience.
1 Year
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
10,900 GBP
International
16,480 GBP
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MA Decorative Arts and Historic Interiors
12 monthsProgramme duration
16,480 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Key features
This unique course offers an exciting opportunity for the study of European decorative arts in historic interiors at postgraduate level. With a strong focus on Britain and France in the global context of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it employs a wide range of disciplinary approaches for students to acquire specialist knowledge of architecture, interiors, furniture, silver, textiles and ceramics, of their modes of design and production, and questions of patronage, collecting and display.
A key element of this unique course is the emphasis on in-gallery teaching and object handling with world-class specialists. It draws on the outstanding collections and curatorial expertise of the nearby Wallace Collection, the V&A South Kensington, and Waddesdon Manor, and of other leading specialists who participate in the teaching; see our dedicated Academic Staff Page.
With a long-standing international reputation, the programme provides vocational and rigorous academic training to prepare graduates for careers in museums, auction houses, historical consulting in interior design, antique dealing, and further study.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Key features
This unique course offers an exciting opportunity for the study of European decorative arts in historic interiors at postgraduate level. With a strong focus on Britain and France in the global context of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it employs a wide range of disciplinary approaches for students to acquire specialist knowledge of architecture, interiors, furniture, silver, textiles and ceramics, of their modes of design and production, and questions of patronage, collecting and display.
A key element of this unique course is the emphasis on in-gallery teaching and object handling with world-class specialists. It draws on the outstanding collections and curatorial expertise of the nearby Wallace Collection, the V&A South Kensington, and Waddesdon Manor, and of other leading specialists who participate in the teaching; see our dedicated Academic Staff Page.
With a long-standing international reputation, the programme provides vocational and rigorous academic training to prepare graduates for careers in museums, auction houses, historical consulting in interior design, antique dealing, and further study.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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