Art and visual culture: Medieval to modern
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# Learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

- understand the changing perceptions and definitions of art across history
- understand the relationship between ‘art’ and visual culture
- understand the global dimension of art and how it has changed over time
- understand the significance of notions of ‘function’ and ‘autonomy’ for art history
- understand the role of patronage, institutions and the wider historical context in shaping art.
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