History of Art is offered as a non-examined course in Year 11 and as an A Level option from Year 12 in our Sixth Form.

Our History of Art Department examines the subject through a global lens, spanning works of art and architecture from Europe, Africa, the Americas and Asia. From ancient temples to contemporary art, students learn to combine visual analysis with the study of historical contexts, wider cultural ideas, and art historical concepts. Lessons are supplemented by engaging study trips to museums and galleries to bring the subject to life.

With our seminar-style learning, we successfully prepare students for higher education, with many sixth formers deciding to read History of Art at university. This is also an excellent choice to combine with Fine Art or Interdisciplinary Design, and for anyone who wants to study an academic arts-related subject or complement with other subject choices.