41 Short courses in Art History in Europe

This Pictures of Youth - an introduction to children’s visual culture course from University of York will help you explore visual culture for children and young people including, picture books, comics, film, television and drama. 

These Reflective Art in Practice courses at the University of Southampton examine the theory and practice behind a range of art movements.

The Archaeological Field School of Etruscology offers a 12-day academic programme including various archaeological hands-on activities to be carried out at some Etruscan sites in Volterra, a charming town in northern Tuscany.

The Summer School offers a multidisciplinary program of studies over the course of one week.Hosted by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Pisa, it is designed for postgraduate students (Master’s degree holders), particularly PhD candidates, who have an interest in Heritage Science.

Join the Curating Contemporary Art course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) and gain an understanding of professional standards of practice in curating. Learn about structures and institutions of the art world - acquire the tools to write an exhibition proposal, organise a show or apply for funding.

This Fathers of Modern Art - Manet and Cézanne course offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art explores the almost mythic quality with which artists and critics viewed Manet and Cézanne.

This Holbein at the Court of Henry VIII course offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art will consider Holbein’s earlier development as a pioneering German artist who engaged with new cultural influences of the Renaissance.

The Making Sense of the 'Classical' in Art course offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art will explore some of the misconceptions and misuses of both the relics of antiquity and the concept of the 'classical'.

The Summer School Online learning has become an important and integral element of The Courtauld Institute of Art's short courses.

The Introduction to Approaches in History of Art course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will take us on a journey through the National Gallery, taking advantage of this extraordinarily rich collection.

This Art and Its Global Histories module from The Open University UK presents a new history of art, starting with the Renaissance, when Europeans encountered a new range of desirable objects from across the globe. 

Our Modern Art Theory through Practice Short Course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is designed to provide a particular line of inquiry for anyone interested in contemporary art through combining critical theory, practice and a day visiting galleries.

Join the Art Direction course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) and learn about the skills and processes required to work as a Professional Art Director. From the initial generation of ideas through to the successful delivery of an advertising campaign.

This highly creative Sketching and Watercolour - An Introduction (Stage 1) course at the Arts University Bournemouth offers you a hands-on approach to the world of sketching and watercolour.

The Modern Art History course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will equip you with the critical tools needed to approach the themes, ideas, practices and works of modern art and contemporary art.

This Contemporary Art History course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will provide you with an overview of some of the most important themes and debates around contemporary art since 1980 to the present. The course is organised thematically and although all levels are welcome it is conceived as a continuation to the Modern Art History short course.

This Art Theory - Introduction to Aesthetics short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) explores the theory behind aesthetics, considering philosophical and thought-provoking concepts on the subject. This course is a great way to look at art in a new light.

The Art in Germany from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century course at Freie Universität Berlin will introduce Berlin’s outstanding art collections, with their wide range of masterpieces from late medieval times to the present day.

This Variations on a Theme - The Renaissance in Art and Music course offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art will explore the cultural contexts of music and art-making, and of aural and visual experience, in the Renaissance.

Why study abroad in just one location when you can see more? With the Ultimate Summer in Europe - 8 Cities in 1 Month of the Forum-Nexus Study Abroad, you travel throughout Europe and gain a bigger and better perspective, making the most of your time abroad.