Art History: Renaissance and Baroque

About this course

The course examines Renaissance and Baroque visual art through painting, sculpture and architecture, with attention to the cultural and political settings in which these works were produced. It also considers the spread of Baroque art and architecture beyond Europe, including India and Latin America. Learning combines classwork and homework activities. Topics include recognising characteristics of the Baroque style and studying artists and architects such as Rembrandt, Velázquez and Wren. Individual learning targets are set at the beginning and reviewed during the course.

What you'll learn

• Identify characteristic features of Baroque art
• Relate Renaissance and Baroque works to their cultural and political contexts
• Discuss the work of major artists and architects, including Rembrandt, Velázquez and Wren
• Examine the international spread of Baroque art and architecture

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners at all levels and does not require previous knowledge. Participation includes classwork and homework, with individual learning targets established at the outset. The all-levels label suggests that the course is designed to accommodate a range of existing familiarity with art history.

• Progress is considered through classwork and homework activities.
• Learners set individual targets at the start of the course.

Before you go

• Bring paper and a pen.
• Further resource requirements will be advised.
• Literacy and numeracy help is available through the basic education programme.
• Additional support is available for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.