Art History courses in Ireland

Discover the shapers of Modernism starting with the French Impressionism Art Movement to Surrealism and other important movements in Modern Art history. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this course will be delivered ONLINE

Discover  the Old Masters of the Renaissence and Baroque Period.  Guided tour of the National Gallery included.

ONLINE A brief overview of art from beginnings to modern times, and also a detailed look at the work of some artists. Through a careful reading of art, we can better understand our common history. A key objective is to help you derive more from your gallery visits home and abroad. Gallery visit(s) included. Tutor:…

Introduction to Art History A foundation course of art history exploring the development of Western Art from Classical Antiquity to 20th Century. The survey of main periods in art history introduces to key concepts, major artists and iconic artworks. In these enjoyable classes topics are discussed together to develop visual skills enabling students to engage…

Art History is an important and exciting subject, providing a valuable prism through which to view and to analyse the complex development of western culture. This one year taught programme introduces students to the history of art as an academic and a professional discipline. The course includes a general survey of the history of art,…

This twenty-one week course is available part-time to students who already have a general knowledge of the history of art and design, and have an interest in expanding their understanding of twentieth century art, design and visual culture. The course involves analysis of visual images, library research and group based discussion. This module is mandatory…

Learn how to ‘read’ a painting and understand appreciate modern and contemporary Irish artists.  This is now an ONLINE course due to COVID-19 restrictions.