
Art History
About the Program
Our art history courses prepare students for upper division study and provide fundamental training in world art studies. The study of art history provides the you with an awareness of art, economic, political, religious, and social history, and the ability to think critically about art and art history.
All our courses are transferable to UC and CSU campuses and several satisfy multicultural studies requirements.
What you can do with a degree in Art History
- Teacher
- Curator
- Gallery owner
- Development assistant
- Gallery attendant
- Museum work
Degree & Program Types
Check out this list for a quick view of our Art History programs. For program requirements, view Degrees and Certificates.
Associate in Arts Degree
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Associate Degree for Transfer
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Certificate of Achievement
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Courses
We offer a variety of courses in art history.
- History of Western Art from Prehistory through Early Christianity
- History of Western Art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance
- American Art
- History of Modern Art form Post-Impression to the Present
See our course catalog for detailed descriptions, with links to currently offered classes.

Division Office Contacts
Debbie Lee, Interim Division Dean Email: leedebbie@foothill.edu |
To meet with the dean, contact the Student & Faculty Support Center. |
Nila Nine, Campus Facility Rentals Coordinator Phone: 650.949.7057 Email: fhfacilityrentals@fhda.edu |
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