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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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Art History, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Economics, Sociology, Political Sciences

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    227 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Higher Education

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    690 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yad Vashem

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Art History, Creativity, Risk Analysis, Image Analysis, Business Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Analysis, Experimentation, Leadership, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    83 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Design, Media and Communications, Color Theory, Art History, Typography, Creativity, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of the Arts London

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Aesthetics, Creativity, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Intellectual Property, Photography

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Design Strategies, Interactive Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Innovation, Collaboration, Experimentation, Music History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, European History, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Journalism, Environmental Monitoring, Music, Geospatial Information and Technology, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Systems Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Culture, Media and Communications, Governance, Higher Education, Public Policies, Physical Science, Liberal Arts, Geographic Information Systems, Art History, Engineering Design Process, Writing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    33 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Art History, Architecture and Construction, Aesthetics, European History, Design Elements And Principles, Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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