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History of Art and Architecture Survey - Module HI6231 Programme content

Explore key movements in European art and architecture with UL’s 12-week online micro-credential, History of Art and Architecture – Survey.

Key information

EU fees per year €525
Non-EU fees per year €525
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9
Duration 10 weeks
Attendance Part-time
Delivery Online
Start date Autumn 2026
Award Certificate of Completion
Course code HI6231
Register your interest

During this module, you will

  • Study four major areas of European art and architecture: early Christian and medieval Ireland; Renaissance and Baroque Italy; Modernist transformations; and contemporary Irish visual culture.
  • Engage with key themes and cutting-edge scholarship in art and architectural history, deepening your understanding of visual culture across time. 
  • Explore local or national collections including museums, galleries, and digital archives, applying your learning to artworks and architecture in your own community.
  • Evaluate how complex ideas and values are represented in art and heritage spaces and consider how different audiences engage with these interpretations.

Key Information 

  • This micro-credential is designed for all learners, with content structured for accessibility in both text and audio.
  • It is delivered online over 10 weeks, with an optional day-long seminar.
  • You will be assessed using continuous assessment methods, including 3 assignments which can be submitted in text or audio with no final exam.

Part-time considerations

  • Designed for working professionals
  • Evening or recorded lectures
  • Additional prep and group work time
  • Timetable provided after registration
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