Sotheby's Programs for Undergraduates

Accredited Courses for Undergraduate-Level Students in London and New York City

Launch your future in art and luxury business with Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s undergraduate programs in London and New York City.

Designed for undergraduate-level students, our accredited programs combine academic learning with immersive industry experiences in the world’s most influential art capitals.

Explore the global art and luxury industries firsthand and take the next step toward your career.

January Term in London

This immersive two-week program in London examines the history of art through direct engagement with the objects and institutions that have shaped artistic production and collecting across centuries. Investigate key art historical movements while exploring how museums, galleries, and collectors influence the presentation and value of art today.

January Term in New York City

This two-week program offers an insider's view of how artworks are valued, collected, exhibited, and exchanged within today's international art ecosystem. Drawing on the New York City's network of museums, galleries, auction houses, artists' studios, and cultural institutions, you will explore the commercial and cultural forces that drive the contemporary art world.

Summer Program in London

Summer Program in London is a four-week program hosted at the Sotheby's Institute London campus in the historic Bloomsbury district. The city’s iconic auction houses, art fairs, galleries, and royal collections serve as a dynamic classroom and illuminate the economic and cultural frameworks behind the international art market. Through this program, you'll portfolio of work, practical skills, and the confidence to navigate and shape the future of art.

Summer Program in New York City

Summer Program in New York City is a four-week program that places students at the center of the art and luxury industries. Studying in one of the world’s most influential cultural capitals, you'll engage in expert-led classes, industry projects, and site visits to explore the strategies shaping art curation and luxury today. As a hub for leading brands and industry innovation, New York City provides the ideal setting to examine the evolving forces driving the creative economy.

Questions? Contact Our Admissions Team

Contact our Admissions team to learn more about Sotheby’s undergraduate programs in London and New York City.

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