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Christie’s Education

Christie’s Education is unique — we are the only academic institution wholly owned by an auction house. Whether you’re looking for a career in the art world or to simply learn more about a collecting passion, our courses are internationally recognised as delivering exceptional access and actionable learning.

Founded in 1978, Christie’s Education is a leading international art institute offering in-person, livestream and self-directed online courses.
Bespoke and institutional programming

Christie's Education also works closely with major national institutions, museums authorities, corporations and private clients to develop bespoke programmes and training. For more information about what we can offer you, contact education@christies.com.




Our team

Guest lecturers

Aliki Braine

Aliki Braine

Guest lecturer

Artist-photographer Aliki Braine exhibits internationally and regularly lectures on visual practice at the National Gallery, Wallace Collection and University of the Arts London, fusing rigorous…
Andrew Hildreth

Dr Andrew Hildreth

Guest lecturer

Andrew Hildreth is an independent watch consultant. Andrew has written about watches for GQ, Hodinkee, Watch Journal, QP Magazine, Calibre, and others. He is a Liveryman at the Worshipful Company of…
Ben Street

Dr Ben Street

Guest lecturer

Art historian Dr Ben Street wrote the accessible guide How to Enjoy Art (Yale) among other books for general readers. He lectures for the National Gallery, Tate and other leading museums, and…
Dr Clare McAndrew

Dr Clare McAndrew

Guest lecturer

Clare McAndrew writes the annual art industry benchmark publication, The Art Market, An Art Basel & UBS Report. Her academic research includes particular interests in risk and investment,…
Geoff Lowsley

Geoff Lowsley

Guest lecturer

Geoff Lowsley manages a highly significant private collection of fine art and antiques across ten properties worldwide. He draws on collection management roles at the National Trust and the Courtauld…
Georgia Powell

Georgia Powell

Guest lecturer

Georgia Powell is co-founder of CURA Art, guiding collectors through conserving, managing and displaying their collections. She channels museum-trained expertise into tailored collection care,…
Jacqui Ansell

Jacqui Ansell

Guest lecturer

Art historian Jacqui Ansell draws on decades of lecturing for the National Gallery, Open University, Art Society and Christie’s Education, as well as writing art historical study skills material…
Joy McCall

Joy McCall

Guest lecturer

Design specialist Joy McCall has an international reputation for her expertise in Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Lalique and is celebrated for record-breaking sales like Margaret…
Karly Allen

Karly Allen

Guest lecturer

Art-history educator Karly Allen co-directs Limina Collective, blending drawing and mindfulness to spark close looking. Drawing on nearly two decades shaping National Gallery programmes and Royal…
Nico Epstein

Nico Epstein

Guest lecturer

Nico Epstein, art advisor and educator, is the co-founder of Lisbon-based consultancy arbulu studio and the Collector Connoisseur learning platform. Nico acquires artworks for a network of European…
Tom Flynn

Tom Flynn

Guest lecturer

Art-market commentator Tom Flynn directs the provenance research agency Flynn & Giovani, drawing on careers at The Art Newspaper, in academia and in the art market. He has published widely on the…
Vanessa Cron

Vanessa Cron

Guest lecturer

Jewellery historian Vanessa Cron specializes in historic provenance research, where she investigates the provenance of legendary jewels such as the Peregrina pearl and the Grand Mazarin diamond.…
Vittoria Mastrandrea

Vittoria Mastrandrea

Guest lecturer

Art-law specialist Vittoria Mastrandrea, a UK-qualified solicitor with a PhD on ‘national treasure’ legislation, is a member of both the Institute of Art and Law and the Association of…
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Explore our courses

Christie’s Education offers a wide range of continuing education opportunities in London and Asia, designed to introduce the fundamentals of art, collecting and art business, as well as advanced courses for those with an appetite to study at a deeper level. In addition, our online courses provide a fully immersive experience of the art world, enabling anyone in the world to access learning from any location.

Christie's Education alumni

Christie’s Education alumni

We encourage all graduates and former students to stay in touch through our Alumni Association. Higher education alumni association members have access to the Christie’s Education Alumni Portal, where you can connect and engage with the community. The portal offers opportunities for networking, job listings, news and events and a community page to reconnect with fellow graduates.

If you would like to register for the Alumni Portal, please email alumni@christies.com.

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