Art School in London, UK

Sotheby's Institute Of Art, London:
For 37 years Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for careers in the international art world. Our degrees are awarded by the University of Manchester in the UK and combine professional training with academic study. Our location in London is in the heart of Bloomsbury, only minutes away from the British Museum and within walking distance of the National Gallery and Sotheby's auction house, as well as the University of London. Sotheby's auction house provides students with privileged access to pre-sale viewings, talks by experts, and handling sessions. In addition, students visit the many commercial galleries, artists' studios and museums available in London.

- Art Business
- Fine & Decorative Art
- Contemporary Art
- Photography
- East Asian Art
- Contemporary Design

Other Courses:
- Summer School - study art in London with 4-week courses.
- Day and Evening Art classes.
- Tailor-Designed Courses.

These MA programmes require two semesters of full-time study plus a third semester of independent study to complete a research dissertation. 15-week semester programmes are run in autumn and spring of each academic year, some of which can be taken on a part-time basis, and cover a range of subject areas. Applications may be sent to us throughout the year before the course start date in September of each academic year.

Summer School - study art in London with 4-week courses, Day and Evening Art classes, Tailor-Designed Courses specific to individual and organisational needs, one-day events and Contemporary Art Fair travel programmes.

London is a city of traditional and contemporary art museums, private collections and international commercial galleries. The Sotheby’s auction house was founded in the city in 1744 and its London offices are now part of a global network encompassing Europe, Asia and America.

In London, one of the world’s leading centres of higher education, students can enjoy a wide array of facilities and activities, including international cultural events and a vibrant art scene.

Events Around London:
Besides the rich array of museums and galleries, London is a major centre for the performing arts, offering exceptional theatre, ballet, modern dance and opera.
In addition to a vibrant student life, this sophisticated international capital boasts a huge and diverse selection of restaurants, clubs, shops and parks.