The Courtauld Institute of Art is the world’s leading centre for the study of the history and conservation of art and architecture. Its Gallery houses one of Britain’s best-loved collections. Through its unique integration of activities, facilities and resources, The Courtauld provides an exceptional environment for research, learning and professional development. Based at Somerset House, The Courtauld is an independent college of the University of London.
The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes – a BA, Graduate Diploma and MA in the History of Art; a Postgraduate Diploma in the Conservation of Easel Paintings; an MA in Wall Painting Conservation; an MA in Buddhist Art: History and Conservation; an MA in Curating the Art Museum; and MPhil and PhD research degrees in all these subjects. Courtauld faculty teach and supervise research from western antiquity to the global present. Through its alumni, The Courtauld generates a evolving community of specialists who shape the international art world. Facilities for students are exceptional, including outstanding libraries, the Research Forum which offers access to visiting speakers from around the world and The Courtauld Gallery‘s outstanding collection of paintings, drawings and prints, sculpture and decorative arts.
We have an unmatched concentration of specialisms ranging from antiquity to the present and extending across diverse cultures, from early Christian Byzantium to contemporary China.
Our conservators work at heritage sites throughout the world. To open minds to the power of art as central to human experience. Our objectives are to:
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As well as the wonderful gallery and unsurpassable university, at the Courtauld you can also find incredible volunteering opportunities: cataloguing, accessioning and photographing their archives of architectural photo prints and negatives. The volunteering scheme is open to everybody, the staff is really friendly, and there is no minimum commitment required. The benefits are also great. 5 stars!
By Faye Fortitude (Jun, 2018) |
Such an honour to do my BA here (1995). Walking through the arches of Somerset House each day as a student, getting to know the incredible collection and receiving the best training in the world for Art History from formidable lecturers...the Courtauld is a rare and amazing place.
By Rachel Le Goff (Apr, 2018) |
Always a great place to visit and to admire the works of the Great Masters, as well as the thoughtful and kind ideas of the people behind the exhibitions
By Minh A Nguyen (Dec, 2017) |
Before the Summer University, I didn't think about doing Art History. But the teachers, the staff, the gallery itself... It was all so incredible. Can't fault it!
By Trini-Kristine Cubos (Jul, 2017) |
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The Courtauld Institute of Art has truly transformed my daughter's passion into expertise, thanks to the dedicated staff who provide guidance every step of the way.
By S.A. (Mar, 2024) |