Program Overview
The Art History at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a MA programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Art History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Honolulu, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Art History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- China
- Japan
- Pacific
- South/Southeast Asia
- Modern/Contemporary
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A completed application.
- Academic transcripts. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the academic institution of origin to the University of Hawaii\'s Office of Graduate Education.
- Official GRE General Test scores. The GRE General Test scores are a required component of the application. Applicants should make arrangements to take the appropriate standardized exams, several months prior to the admissions application deadline. Applicants may submit unofficial scores while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official scores in order to enroll at UHM. Official GRE scores must be sent directly to Office of Graduate Education Student Services.
- If applicable, TOEFL scores. The Office of Graduate Education requires the TOEFL or IELTS (Academic) tests from applicants who are not native speakers of English. Applicants are exempt from the TOEFL or IELTS if they are native speakers of English or have received within the last five years a bachelor\'s or advanced degree from an accredited/recognized college or university in the Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom, or the United States.
- Statement of Objective (form available from the Office of Graduate Education.) The Statement of Objectives should include the applicant\'s expected area of concentration
- A 10-page writing sample, e.g., an art history research paper or other formal written work.
- Three letters of recommendation from art history professors, professionals in the field (e.g., museum curators), and/or individuals who have worked closely with the applicant in art history related activities and are well acquainted with the applicant. There are no forms or online submissions for letters of recommendation.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,160 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 7,116 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Hawaii at Manoa directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, United States
University of Hawaii at Manoa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months