Studying at Regent's
Art now engages audiences on an unprecedented scale, moving beyond museums and galleries into digital and social spaces. With the global market valued at approximately $65 billion in sales (Global Art Market Report 2024), it’s the perfect time for new graduates to enter the sector, innovate and shape its future.
Developed in collaboration with market experts, our courses explore the various factors and players that drive this dynamic sector. You’ll benefit from practical classes, case-study based learning, industry speakers, and exclusive guided tours of international art fairs, museums, and commercial galleries.
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Proven track record
Our graduates go on to achieve remarkable careers, securing roles at art foundations, advisory firms, auction houses, dealers, digital galleries and more. Here, you won’t just earn a qualification – you’ll gain the practical skills, professional networks and entrepreneurial mindset to excel in this ever-changing market.
Beyond the classroom
We champion practical learning and real experiences that connect you to industry from day one:
- Field trips: to London’s auction houses, museums and galleries
- Practical workshops: led by professional artists, curators and conservators
- Industry insights: from influential dealers, collectors and advisors
- Guided visits: to Frieze Masters and Frieze London, held in Regent’s Park
- Exclusive access: to private displays, special collections and artists studios
- Visits to : Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips showrooms during seasonal London Sales Week
International trips
Both courses offer the opportunity for international travel. Art History students visit a European city to enjoy art tours and exhibitions, while Global Art Markets students take two trips – one in Europe and one further afield. Both involve meeting local collectors and dealers.
- Europe: e.g., Art Basel in Switzerland, the TEFEF Art Fair in Maastricht, Venice Biennale or Documenta
- Further afield: e.g., Art Basel in Hong Kong or Dubai, Zona Maco in Mexico or the Biennale in Sydney
Industry connections
Industry connections: gain behind-the-scenes access to the art world Artists, curators and institutions like The National Gallery, Frith Street Gallery and The Art Newspaper join us on campus to deliver guest lectures, masterclasses and live projects – developing your skillset, while building your network.Explore our connections
Meet our academic leaders
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'Beyond establishing a strong foundation in art history, this course has empowered me to unite diverse interests in an unconventional manner – paving the way for my roles Sotheby’s and TEFAF.' Alina Arcari, Marketing Coordinator at The European Fine Art Foundation, Art History alumna.