The department of Art History and project lead, Dr Leah Clark, are delighted to announce that Open Arts Objects (OAO) has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education Awards 2019, winners to be announced in November.

Open Arts Objects (OAO) is an open access resource for the general public, which supports teachers and influences many different levels of learning with a national and international scope. It has led to a change in museums’ educational programmes and professional practice including introducing new audiences and has increased public awareness about a global approach to Art History. Underpinned by the research of members of the Art History and Design departments, OAO promotes the understanding of art informed by the innovative methodologies of mobility and global approaches. OAO ensures the sustainability of Art History at all teaching levels, advocating for the democratisation of the subject, and promotes educational opportunity.