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University of Brighton

Art History and Visual Culture

Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom · UCAS V352

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Brighton
Intl. Tuition
£17,796 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
V352

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

Career snapshot (indicative)

History graduates develop research, critical analysis and writing skills valued across journalism, policy, the civil service, publishing, law and education. Many proceed to postgraduate study, law conversion or the civil service fast-stream.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Brighton is the UK's most vibrant coastal student city — beaches, world-class nightlife, a famously inclusive community, and a creative arts scene that punches well above its size.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
17,405
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
14.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
73.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£17,796
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Arts administration
  • Art gallery studies
  • Heritage studies
  • Aesthetics
  • Critical thinking
  • Modern studies
  • History
  • Social history
  • Labour history
  • Economic history
  • Industrial history
  • Contemporary history
  • History of ideas
  • Cultural history
  • British history
  • Victorian studies
  • Historical research
  • International history
  • Architecture
  • Built environment
  • Crafts
  • Clothing
  • Decorative art
  • Carpentry
  • Jewellery
  • Glass
  • Architectural glass
  • Stained glass
  • Furniture
  • Pottery
  • Ceramics
  • Printed textiles
  • Arts
  • Design
  • Fashion design
  • Graphic design
  • Visualization
  • Packaging design
  • Three dimensional design
  • Editorial design
  • Interior design
  • Spatial design
  • Design history
  • Textile design
  • Surface pattern design
  • Media design
  • Display design
  • Design theory
  • Creative arts
  • Art
  • Sculpture
  • Printmaking
  • Modern art
  • Graphic arts
  • Illustration
  • Technical illustration
  • Concept art
  • Art theory
  • Drawing
  • Fine art valuation
  • Art history
  • Community arts
  • Visual arts
  • Museum studies
  • Curating
  • Paper conservation
  • Paintings conservation
  • Restoration studies
  • Curation
  • Fine art conservation

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
17,405
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
14%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

Brighton is the UK's most vibrant coastal student city — beaches, world-class nightlife, a famously inclusive community, and a creative arts scene that punches well above its size.

What Students Love

  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Beach lifestyle
  • Strong LGBTQ+ community
  • Active music scene

University Stats

Total Students17,405
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students14%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
73%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • History graduates develop research, critical analysis and writing skills valued across journalism, policy, the civil service, publishing, law and education.
  • Many proceed to postgraduate study, law conversion or the civil service fast-stream.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Design
  • Business
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£17,796
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£17,796per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£774/mo
Food & Groceries£268/mo
Transport£82/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,303
Annual living costs£15,642/yr

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