Scottish 19th century painting

Key facts

  • Cost: £170
  • Credits: 10

Summary

During the nineteenth century painting flourished in Scotland and its artists made a significant contribution to British artistic developments. This course traces the development of Scottish painting during this period and introduces students to the discipline of art history. Focusing on some of the major artists of the period, such as Raeburn, Nasmyth, Wilkie, Paton, Orchardson, McTaggart and the Glasgow Boys, the course highlights the principal characteristics and innovations of their art and the context in which it was created. The development of Scottish painting within the wider framework of European art will also be explored.  

Areas you'll explore will include.  

  • Academies and Institutes: Europe & Scotland in the early 19th c 
  • The People’s Painter: Wilkie 
  • Whistler & the Glasgow Boys 
  • Modern Scottish Women and Men 

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to: 

  • Demonstrate a broad knowledge and critical appreciation of the development of Scottish Painting in the nineteenth century. 
  • Place Scottish 19th century painting in context and within its relation to European. 
  • Distinguish the work of the principal Scottish masters working in each genre. 

Who is this course for?

Anyone who has an interest in art history 

Qualifications/credits

10 Credits at SCQF level 7 (level 1 at undergraduate study)  

Can contribute towards a CertHE in art history. 

Assessment

  1. Essay 2000 words, from a choice of titles (70% of final mark). 
  2. Visual test (30% of final mark). Alternative assessment can be arranged for students whose disabilities would prevent them from performing satisfactorily in a visual test. 

Mode of study

This 10-week course will be delivered via 2-hour seminars led by a tutor.

Prospects

Can contribute towards a CertHE in the history of art.  

Find out more

The University holds open days throughout the year where you can meet with staff to discuss our short course provision. Find out more about University of Glasgow open days

Available sessions

  • Date: 24/09/2024 - 26/11/2024
    Day: Tuesday
    Time: 10:00 - 12:00
    Reference: Scottish 19th century painting(12242)- On campus book now