Course at a Glance
Course: ARTH 489H
Class and Credits: ARTH 489H (3 Credits)
Location: Rome, Italy
When: Meets On-site in Rome 8 to 11 November 2024
Register By: 16 October, 2024
Highlights
- Origins and key features of the Baroque style
- The Counter-Reformation and the role of the Catholic Church in the development of Baroque art
- The Baroque artists' reinterpretation of the art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome
- Bernini's dynamic and psychologically complex sculptures
- Caravaggio's controversial and dramatic paintings
- Baroque architecture and the transformation of public space
Tuition and Fees
- $750.00 Undergraduate 3-credit hour tuition cost
- $350.00 Field Study Additional Fee (museum/ticket fees, excursions)
- Not included: Meals, transportation to and from the location, and hotel accommodations
Explore the drama and opulence of Baroque art and architecture in UMGC Europe's field study course in Rome.
Seventeenth-century Rome gave birth to a new art style characterized by an obsession with emotion and intensity, faith and devotion, elaborate decoration, and a dramatic use of space. Join us on a journey among the magnificent masterpieces of the Baroque period, from the grandeur of Saint Peter's Basilica and the sweeping art collections of the Vatican to the intimate atmosphere of the Galleria Borghese and the emotional intensity of the Cornaro Chapel's staging of Bernini's Ecstasy of St. Teresa. Wander with us through the historic streets of Rome with their ancient ruins, opulent fountains, grand facades, and bustling piazzas.
Enroll now and prepare to be captivated by the splendor of one of the world's most iconic cities.
Topics include:
- Origins and key features of the Baroque style
- The Counter-Reformation and the role of the Catholic Church in the development of Baroque art
- The Baroque artists' reinterpretation of the art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome
- Bernini's dynamic and psychologically complex sculptures
- Caravaggio's controversial and dramatic paintings
Baroque architecture and the transformation of public space
Faculty member: Dr. Eva Heisler, e-mail: eva.heisler@umgc.edu
May apply toward upper-level credit for art history, humanities, Italian Studies, or electives.
Course Details
Pre-Course and Week 1
The official course start date is October 30, 2024. Students will gain access to the online classroom one week prior to the start of the course and should take a virtual walk-through to become familiar with the content and syllabus. On-site dates in Rome are November 8 - 11 (four days). The class will meet via Zoom on November 1 & 15, 1800-2100 CET, with optional one-on-one meetings with the professor on November 22.
Tentative Itinerary
* All times are approximate
Day 1 - Friday, November 8
- Morning: Visit the Galleria Borghese.
- Afternoon: Explore the Piazza Navona
Day 2 - Saturday, November 9
- Morning: Visit the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel.
- Afternoon: Explore St. Peter's Basilica and climb to the top of the dome for a panoramic view of Rome.
Day 3 - Sunday, November 10
- Morning: Visit the Palazzo Barberini.
- Afternoon: Explore the Via Veneto, including a visit to Santa Maria della Vittoria (home of Bernini's Ecstasy of St. Teresa).
Day 4 - Monday, November 11
- Morning: Visit the Galleria Spada
- Afternoon: Explore the Campo de' Fiori.
Textbooks and Course Materials
Please refer to the current course syllabus found on the schedule for details about course materials.
Registration Details
You may register for the 3 credit field study course with your local program coordinator or online at MyUMGC. Tuition assistance or financial aid can be applied toward tuition costs. For more information, contact the UMGC Field Study Office at CIV +49-(0)631-534-800, or e-mail fieldstudies-europe@umgc.edu.
Before completing your travel plans, please verify with your local program coordinator or the Field Study Office at UMGC Europe Headquarters that the course will be held as scheduled. If you drop/withdraw from a field study course after the registration deadline, you will be charged a fee of $100.
How is a field study course different from a regular course?
A field study course packs all of the 48 contact-hours of other courses into adventure-filled days on location, so you can earn one to three credits at an accelerated pace. In addition, rather than taking place in an education center, a field study course takes place in a historical European city where the subject being studied has its roots. You will visit historical sites and museums as well as participate in lectures that bring it all together for a one-of-a-kind learning experience.
For more information, please visit the Field Study Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page.
Helpful Hints
Before you leave:
- Contact your travel agency concerning insurance coverage for cancellations.
- Contact your health insurance company for information concerning coverage at your destination.
- Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs of your destination country.
- Check the weather forecast for your destination.
- Obtain city maps for your destination.
- Leave contact information with people at home who may need to reach you during the course.
- Make sure your legal affairs are in order and leave a short-term power of attorney with someone you trust.
- Make two photocopies of your passport and the contents of your wallet--leave one copy at home and bring the other with you.
For more information, please visit the Field Study Resources page.