Summer Study in London

A series of 4-week summer study courses in London in June - July 2009.

Designed for university undergraduates interested in contemporary art, fine and decorative arts, modern design and art business. Courses next year are:

Art & Its Markets
Contemporary Art in London
Fine & Decorative Art through the Royal Palaces
Modern Design and Decorative Arts
Marketing Visual Arts

These courses offer interesting and compelling insights into the art world and include lectures and seminars led by Sotheby’s Institute of Art faculty, international experts and leading practioners in the field. Visits to major collections in London's museums, auction houses, artists' studios and royal palaces allow each participant to develop a deeper understanding of the art.

The Summer Study courses can be accredited through your university based on prior approval. For students at postgraduate level wishing to apply, tutors will allocate additional projects and grade on a higher level

These courses are also open to career changers and anyone with an interest in the subject. There are no formal entry requirements for the Summer Study courses.

Download Application Form.

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Summer Study Accommodation in London
Sotheby’s Institute of Art reserves a certain number of rooms at reasonable rates near the Institute for the duration of the intensive 4-week Summer Study courses. Please contact the organisations below directly. For any questions, please contact Gillian McIlwaine, tel. +44 (0)20 7462 2490 or click here to send an email.

Accommodation Options:

Methodist International Centre
81-103 Euston Street, London NW1 2EZ
Email: anna@micentre.com and mention the Sotheby's Institute of Art rate.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7380 0001
Single Rooms: £986 for 22 June-19 July 2008
www.micentre.com

Wigram House
84-99 Ashley Gardens
Thirleby Road~
London, SW1P 1HH
Email: m.pollard@westminster.ac.uk and mention the Sotheby’s Institute of Art rate
Tel: +44 (0)207 911 5037
Single Rooms: £28 per person per night
www.wmin.ac.uk/sshl/page-833

Furnival House
Chomeley Park
Highgate Hill
London, N6 5EW
Email: m.pollard@westminster.ac.uk and mention the Sotheby’s Institute of Art rate
Tel: +44 (0)207 911 5037
Single Rooms: £22.50 per person per night
www.wmin.ac.uk/page-5375

Further Information
Please contact Gillian McIlwaine, tel. +44 (0)20 7462 2490 or click here to send an email.

Download application form.