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University research themes

At York, researchers collaborate across the University's seven interdisciplinary research themes to address the great scientific, social and environmental challenges of our times.

Our department has particularly strong partnerships within two themes: Culture and Communication and Creativity.

Culture and Communication

Researcher working on stained glass

Our researchers explore many forms of cultural expression including architecture, sculpture, fashion and interior design. We shed light on how these art forms communicated and influenced the cultures of a diverse range of periods and places.

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Creativity

As well as exploring forms of artistic creativity, we apply our creativity to disseminating our work. We are active in curating innovative exhibitions, while our innovative use of digital technologies brings 'lost' artworks back to life for new audiences to experience.

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The House of Commons 1793-94 by Karl Anton Hickel oil on canvas 1793-1795 NPG 745 Credit National Portrait Gallery London. Licensed for use under Creative Commons.

Explore these research themes

Culture and Communication
Creativity