Art History

Art History is the examination of artistic expression, aesthetic movements, and visual culture within historical, cultural, and stylistic contexts. This skill involves analyzing artistic techniques, symbolism, and the influence of social and political factors on art production. Art historians study various artistic periods, from classical sculpture to contemporary digital art, interpreting works within their historical frameworks. Mastery of art history enhances cultural appreciation, curatorial expertise, and critical analysis in academic and museum settings.
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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Performing Arts, Photography, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Creativity, Electronic Media, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Public History, Social Justice, Design, Content Creation, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Multimedia, Sustainable Development, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Sustainability Standards

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, European History, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Sociology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Storytelling, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Content Creation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    6.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Anthropology, European History, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    565 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università Bocconi

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Management, Team Management, Brand Management, Leadership Studies, Brand Strategy, Innovation, Art History, Fundraising, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing, Customer experience improvement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Aesthetics, Color Theory

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    680 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Art History, Research, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Art History, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Cultural Sensitivity, Governance, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Architecture and Construction, World History, Higher Education, Economics, Storytelling, Architectural Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    498 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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