Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, School of Philosophical, Historical and Interdisciplinary Studies. This Bachelor of Arts with Honours program combines the study of art history with heritage and museum studies, and includes a dedicated placement year for gaining practical experience in relevant cultural institutions, significantly enhancing career readiness.

Career options greatly enhanced by the placement year, including roles in museums and galleries (curatorial, education, administration), heritage organizations, conservation, arts administration, cultural tourism, and other sectors focused on cultural heritage. The practical experience provides a strong advantage.

The University of Essex has a forward-thinking environment and a diverse international community. It is a centre of world-leading research excellence for the social sciences. The university offers a location close to beautiful countryside and is only an hour away from London by train. The program is within the Faculty of Humanities, School of Philosophical, Historical and Interdisciplinary Studies.