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LMU Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art History

Original title: Kunstgeschichte (Master/Hauptfach)

German / English4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBavaria

The M.A. in Art History at LMU Munich provides comprehensive knowledge from medieval to contemporary art with a research-oriented, individual focus.

Overview

Why this program?

International-student friendly
English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Humanities
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art History

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for careers in art history research, museum and cultural sectors, or academia.

Career outcomes

  • Museum Curator
  • Art Historian
  • Cultural Heritage Specialist
  • Academic Researcher
  • Art Critic

Skills you will learn

  • Art historical research methods
  • Critical analysis of artworks
  • Interdisciplinary study of art
  • Academic writing and presentation
  • Understanding of art history theory

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeRestricted Admission
RequirementsFirst professionally qualifying university degree in Art History or related subject; At least 50 ECTS credits in Art History or equivalent; Minimum GPA of 2.0 in first degree; Successful completion of an aptitude assessment
DeadlineJuly 15 (for Winter semester); January 15 (for Summer semester)
LanguageGerman / English
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesSemester contribution including solidarity fee and semester ticket for the Studentenwerk Munich
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Museum Curator
Art Historian
Cultural Heritage Specialist
Academic Researcher
Art Critic

University

LMU Munich

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