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Art History Courses

Art history courses can help you learn about key movements, influential artists, and the cultural contexts that shaped various art forms. You can build skills in visual analysis, critical thinking, and effective communication of artistic concepts. Many courses introduce tools like digital archives, art analysis software, and presentation platforms, which enhance your ability to research artworks and share your insights with others.

Popular Art History Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Case Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Demography, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Sciences, Peer Review, Political Sciences, European History

    ★ 4.8 (576) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Character Design for Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Animations, Game Design, Design, Technical Design, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design

    ★ 4.6 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Firm Level Economics: Consumer and Producer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Business Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Tax, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Sales Tax, Resource Allocation, Cost Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Production Management, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Madecraft

    Career Building and Transitions

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, LinkedIn, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Professional Networking, Accountability, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Visionary, Interviewing Skills, Accountability Frameworks, Web Presence, Proofreading, Professional Development, Job Analysis, Storytelling, Editing, Professionalism

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Informatics, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Systems Analysis, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Interoperability, Data Literacy, Data Sharing, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.3 (608) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, File Management, Visual Storytelling, Editing

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Jazz Improvisation

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Storytelling, Music Performance

    ★ 4.8 (790) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Branding and Naming Strategy Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Strategic Marketing, Brand Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Planning, Legal Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business, Market Analysis, Creativity, Planning, Business Analysis, Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Editing, Storytelling

    ★ 4.5 (796) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Marketing: Platforms, Data, and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: MarTech, Data Architecture, Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Digital Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Blockchain, Consumer Behaviour, Data Integrity, Image Analysis, Data Ethics, Analytics, Generative AI, Performance Measurement, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.5 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    Lund University

    AI, Business & the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Organizational Development, Business Risk Management, AI literacy, Digital Transformation, Risk Analysis, AI Integrations, Business Ethics, Automation, Thought Leadership, Data Ethics, Human Machine Interfaces

    ★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    The Importance & Challenges of Considering SABV in Research

    Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Cardiology, General Science and Research, Social Determinants Of Health, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Diversity Awareness, Research Design, Health Disparities, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Precision Medicine, Research, Environmental Science, Clinical Trials, Physiology, Gynecology, Health Equity, Health Care

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular art history courses

  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • Character Design for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
  • Firm Level Economics: Consumer and Producer Behavior: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Career Building and Transitions: Madecraft
  • The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production: Michigan State University
  • Jazz Improvisation: Berklee
  • Business Branding and Naming Strategy Guide: EDUCBA
  • Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course): Michigan State University
  • Digital Marketing: Platforms, Data, and Technologies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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