The MA in History and Philosophy of Art with a term in Rome provides a structured introduction to postgraduate study of the history and philosophy of art. It includes a term in Rome where we run the MA with the American University of Rome. A range of themes and approaches are considered in this MA with a particular focus on medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art in Italy. The first term is taught in Canterbury. During the term in Rome, this MA focuses on the art of Rome with a core course that spans almost two millennia and examines the changing face of the eternal city. This core spends more time on the period 1400-1700, which is also the period from which a second course is chosen from a range of topics. You will study the art of Rome first hand, visiting relevant sites and museums, with options to study the history of Rome and specific artists. Kent staff are present for part of the spring term in Rome to ensure continuity of academic guidance and pastoral support. The programme is intended for graduates in art history and other arts subjects. It gives you the opportunity to pursue your interest in visual art at advanced level, to develop a high level of expertise in topics in history and philosophy of art and to prepare for doctoral research in history of art. The American University of Rome was founded in 1969 and runs a wide-ranging series of programmes in the arts and in business administration, including history of art and cultural heritage. The campus is located in the Monteverde district of Rome, a picturesque district with a wide range of shops and amenities. From nearby Trastevere, it is a short bus-ride to the historic centre of Rome with its astonishing range of Roman sites, monuments, churches and museums. This programme aims to: provide you with a focused programme of taught postgraduate study in history and philosophy of art; enhanced through the opportunity to study for one term in Rome; provide you with a taught foundation for subsequent postgraduate research; enable you to acquire or deepen your knowledge and understanding of the historical and contemporary topics within the history of art and philosophy of art; enable you to develop your art historical and philosophical skills beyond that expected of an undergraduate; especially through study abroad and site visits; enable you to develop, articulate and defend art historical and philosophical ideas as they relate to art; provide access to enhanced intercultural awareness and understanding through the opportunity to study for one term in Rome; enable you to engage with historical and contemporary theoretical thought about the arts from art historical and philosophical perspectives; provide opportunities for the development of personal, communication and research skills and other key skills appropriate for graduate employment both in industry and in the public sector. Arts postgraduates have gone on to work in a range of professions, from museum positions and teaching roles to marketing and gallery assistants. Our graduates have found work with Tate Britain, the V&A, Museum of Childhood and other arts, culture and heritage-related organisations.