History of Art and Design department at Pratt Institute provides students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers as instructors, art and design historians and professionals in museums, galleries, and libraries, or to pursue graduate work at the doctorate level. Through a comprehensive study of global art and design within historical and cultural contexts and intensive research and scholarship in specialized areas, students develop a critical understanding of the field as well as research and analytic skills. Graduates demonstrate excellence in independent and critical thinking and understanding of the historical roles and responsibilities of art and design.