Art History and Historical Image Studies

FsB vom 02.05.2017

Discover the fascinating world of Art History and Historical Image Studies at Bielefeld University! This interdisciplinary degree programme will provide you with comprehensive skills in the scientific handling of images and works of art, from antiquity to the present day. You will learn how images convey meaning, how they are categorised in their historical context and what significance they have for our society today.

The programme places particular emphasis on theoretical foundations and takes into account current developments in media and cultural studies. You will not only deal with classical works of art, but also with a variety of images that go beyond the traditional concept of art.

Graduates will find a wide range of career opportunities in areas such as exhibitions, the art market, journalism and cultural tourism. Become part of a creative community and shape your future in visual and art history.

"Technical" degree programme

Major Subject (Academic)
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Minor Subject (Academic), 60 CPs
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Minor Subject (Academic), 30 CPs
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Module Guide

Here you can access the HTML and PDF versions of the module guide for the degree programme Art History and Historical Image Studies / Bachelor of Arts.

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Courses without teaching option
Courses without teaching option (Possible combinations for Combi-Bachelor)
Courses offered excluding teaching option and with NC
Courses offered excluding teaching option and with NC 1 (Possible combinations for Combi-Bachelor)
Courses offered with teaching option
Courses offered with teaching option (Possible combinations)
Courses with teaching option and with NC
Courses with teaching option and with NC 1 (Possible combinations)
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"technical" degree programme; no option for teaching profession available here.
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The places for courses marked with 'NC' (Numerus clausus) are subject to restrictions on admission.

The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2025/26 and summer semester 2026.
Information on NC values from previous years