Postgraduate certificate Prehistoric to Gothic Art

Observing the world of art from the perspective of transformation and evolution, gives an account of a series of processes experienced in the history of mankind. Going from the stone age to the metal age marks the process of prehistory with its defining movements, until reaching the art that developed between the twelfth and sixteenth centuries, a period of great economic and cultural development, which was called Gothic art. It includes a series of processes, characters, struggles and events that should be known by those interested in developing projects around the world of art, history, education, culture and humanities in general. An introduction to the history of art that is condensed in this educational program of specific content designed under an innovative 100% online methodology and with the most cutting-edge technology in the current university environment.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

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Introduction to the Program

Know the great themes of the arts and the processes of interaction across borders and epochs. Through the most secure and dynamic educational platform 100% online"

The earliest traces of man-made objects appear in southern Africa, the western Mediterranean, Central and Eastern Europe, Siberia, India and Australia. There begins the art form that marks the beginning of the movement in the prehistoric period. The artistic creations of this first stage, which began with the invention of writing, are the hallmark of the great civilizations of the Near East: Egypt and Mesopotamia. It also encompasses the first artistic manifestations of most of the peoples and civilizations of all continents.

On the other hand, between the 12th and 15th centuries, with the end of the feudal era, it meant the consolidation of centralized states, with a greater predominance of cities over the countryside, while an increasing sector of society had access to culture, which ceased to be the exclusive patrimony of the Church. With the rise of the universities there was an increase in scientific, philosophical and literary studies, laying the foundations of modern culture, developing a movement called Gothic, marked by a great economic and cultural boom.

Knowing the works of this period of art history, understanding its origins and its most outstanding expressions is part of what is shown in the syllabus of this Postgraduate certificate in Prehistoric to Gothic Art It will introduce the characteristics, functions and basic lines of the History of Art in its different manifestations, the Mesopotamian and Egyptian Art; the art of the East: India and China; the Art of Ancient America: Olmec, Mayan and Chavin; the Art of Greece and Rome; Paleochristian, Byzantine, Islamic and Romanesque Art, and finally Gothic Art.

All this, distributed in a syllabus designed under the Relearning methodology, of which TECH is a leader and has revolutionized the current university environment. 150 hours, where the student will be able to appreciate a quick learning and understanding of the concepts, in order to be able to develop a critical and analytical thinking. Training with a variety of multimedia resources and theoretical and practical content formats, available from day one for consultation or downloading from any device.

Learn to interpret, analyze and record different artistic works according to their historical context"

This Postgraduate certificate in Prehistoric to Gothic Art contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

Developing practical cases presented by experts in Art History
The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning.
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will be able to differentiate the characteristics, functions and basic lines of Art History in its different manifestations"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Learn all about Art from Prehistoric to Gothic and get your degree in just 6 weeks 100% online"

You will have a personalized educational itinerary guided by experts"

Syllabus

This Postgraduate certificate in Prehistoric to Gothic Art allows to know everything about the different artistic manifestations and styles within its historical-artistic context. Through a system that responds to the needs of today's professional who has little time for training; with a rigorously selected content to offer an exclusive 100% online degree, designed under the best educational methodology, based on relearning, which consists of the reiteration of concepts for rapid memorization and understanding.

No matter where you are in the world you can continue with your degree"

Module 1. Introduction to Art History I

1.1. Prehistoric Art

1.1.1. First Artistic Manifestations
1.1.2. Furniture Art
1.1.3. Parietal (Cave) Art
1.1.4. Megalithism

1.2. Mesopotamian and Egyptian Art

1.2.1. Historical Framework of Mesopotamia
1.2.2. Sumerian and Akkadian Art
1.2.3. Assyrian and Neo-Babylonian Art
1.2.4. Historical Background of Egypt
1.2.5. Architecture
1.2.6. Sculpture and Painting

1.3. The Art of the Orient: India and China

1.3.1. Historical Background of India
1.3.2. Architecture
1.3.3. Sculpture and Painting
1.3.4. Historical Background of China
1.3.5. Architecture
1.3.6. Sculpture and Painting

1.4. The Art of Ancient America: Olmec, Maya and Chavín

1.4.1. Historical Background of Olmec
1.4.2. Architecture and Sculpture
1.4.3. Maya Historical Background
1.4.4. Architecture and Sculpture
1.4.5. Chavín Historical Background
1.4.6. Architecture and Sculpture

1.5. Greek and Roman Art

1.5.1. Historical Background of Greece
1.5.2. Sculpture: from Archaism to Hellenism
1.5.3. Historical Background of Rome
1.5.4. Architecture and Urbanism
1.5.5. Mural Painting

1.6. Paleochristian Art

1.6.1. Historical Background
1.6.2. The Paintings of the Catacombs
1.6.3. The Basilica and the New Christian Iconography

1.7. Byzantine Art

1.7.1. Historical Background
1.7.2. Architecture
1.7.3. Painting: Mosaics and Icons

1.8. Islamic Art

1.8.1. Historical Background
1.8.2. Architectural Typologies
1.8.3. Mudejar Art

1.9. Romanesque Art

1.9.1. Historical Background
1.9.2. Pre-Romanesque Antecedents
1.9.3. Architecture Romanesque in Europe
1.9.4. Sculpture
1.9.5. Painting

1.10. Gothic Art

1.10.1. Historical Background
1.10.2. Architecture
1.10.3. Sculpture
1.10.4. Painting

Postgraduate Certificate in Prehistoric to Gothic Art.

The art of prehistory developed about 30,000 years ago and was characterized by cave paintings in caves and rocks, as well as the creation of small sculptures in stone and bone. The main purpose of these works of art was to document the daily life and experiences of prehistory. It is the set of artistic expressions produced by human cultures that inhabited the planet before the emergence of writing and history. These artistic manifestations include ritual objects, tools, dwellings, sculptures and cave paintings.

Prehistory includes different periods, from the Stone Age to the Metal Age. During the Stone Age, cave paintings in caves and shelters depicting animals and everyday scenes are prominent. In the Metal Age, cultures such as the Celtic developed, which were characterized by the use of geometric motifs and the decoration of metal objects.

Ancient art developed in different cultures around the world, from ancient Mesopotamia to ancient Greece and Rome. The main art forms in these cultures were architecture, sculpture and painting.

During the Middle Ages, from the 4th century to the mid-15th century, Romanesque and Gothic art developed. Both styles were characterized by the creation of large religious buildings and the use of geometry in architectural designs. Gothic art is characterized by the use of exaggerated decorative elements, such as pointed arches and high reliefs.

After the Renaissance, in the 15th century, the Baroque developed, a style characterized by extravagance and exaggeration. Modern art began in the late 19th century to the present day and is characterized by experimentation and innovation in the creation of works of art.

Students pursuing this program would have the opportunity to specialize in art history and gain a detailed understanding of the development of artistic styles and trends from prehistoric to Gothic.