We offer specialties in the following areas: (1) China, (2) Japan, (3) Pacific, (4) South/Southeast Asia, and (5) Modern/Contemporary. The MA program is a full-time, 36-credit degree. Time to degree is typically 3 years (6 sequential semesters). 

The orientation of the MA is towards independent and original research in Art History. It is preparation for an academic focus in the field of Art History and for further formal study in a PhD program leading to an academic career in, e.g., college/university teaching, museum curatorial work, etc. 

The program requires that students take 6 credits of ART 700 (Thesis Research). Students must submit and defend an original and polished Thesis of art historical research, which can be constructed as a traditional thesis paper, a curatorial thesis or exhibition plan, or other appropriate project. Students intending to engage in studies leading to the PhD are strongly encouraged to complete course work beyond the minimum MA requirements.