Art History and Visual Cultures (W72) Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
Course Overview - Art History and Visual Cultures (W72) Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
This diploma will equip you with the knowledge and critical skills to understand the part that art, architecture and design have played in everyday life. You'll discover the ways that images, environments and artefacts communicate meaning and value through being looked at and handled in both past and present. You will also explore the power of images to influence debates, both historically and in the present day, and develop transferable skills in visual literacy, critical thinking and communication.
Key features of the course
• Explore images...
This diploma will equip you with the knowledge and critical skills to understand the part that art, architecture and design have played in everyday life. You'll discover the ways that images, environments and artefacts communicate meaning and value through being looked at and handled in both past and present. You will also explore the power of images to influence debates, both historically and in the present day, and develop transferable skills in visual literacy, critical thinking and communication.
Key features of the course
• Explore images, artefacts and architecture from a broad range of periods and places.
• Become aware of different approaches to studying art, design and material culture.
• Gain skills in visual literacy, criticism, analysis and communication that will make you highly employable.
• Reflect on your own learning with the support of a tutor.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Distance Learning
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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