The program is particularly designed for students whose thesis topic would benefit from research time abroad. Topics need not be restricted to British subjects as London is an easy and inexpensive point of departure for travel throughout Europe.
Some American topics lend themselves to research abroad.
Instruction is by Cortauld Institute faculty members. Duration Students are expected to arrive in London at about the same time as fall semester begins in Virginia and spend a month working independently on their theses. Courtauld faculty members are willing to advise students on research during this time. Students enroll in the fall term of the Courtauld's M.A. program in architectural history, which runs from early October through mid-December. Housing Students are eligible to apply for University of London housing, or may make their own arrangements in London.