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BA (Hons) Fine Art

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This innovative and exciting course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to become a highly qualified fine artist. You'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of techniques and mediums, from traditional painting and drawing to digital art and installation. Our expert tutors will guide you through a series of creative projects, helping you to develop your own unique style and voice. With a focus on contemporary practice, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the rapidly changing world of fine art.

Additional Information

Our course is designed to give you a thorough grounding in the practical and theoretical aspects of fine art, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a successful career in the arts. You'll have access to a wide range of resources, including our state-of-the-art studios and facilities, as well as opportunities to exhibit your work both on and off campus. With Bath Spa University's strong reputation for creative excellence, you can be sure that you're in good hands.

Discover Your Creative Potential at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is the perfect choice for anyone looking to study fine art. Our university has a long history of creative excellence, and our faculty of arts and humanities is home to some of the most respected and innovative artists and scholars in the country. With our expert tutors and cutting-edge facilities, you'll have everything you need to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field.

Why You Should Study This Course

The course is aimed at the development of studio practice in painting, drawing, sculpture, film, photography, performance, and sound. The structure of the course leaves room for not knowing, experimentation, discovery, risk, and innovation.

This course promotes curiosity, risk, and innovation. It aims to develop your skills of analysis, self-criticism, reflection, and communication - both verbally and visually - as well as the practical skills you need.

It is critical that you understand current and historical debates in art, and through a program of Contextual Studies we encourage you to consider how theory and contextual knowledge are embedded in practice.

Delivered by specialists in the field, the Professional Practice module aims to equip you with the skills you need to build a successful future. Taught sessions to support you to photograph work, build blogs/websites, write artist statements, fundraise, network, managing projects, and curating exhibitions.

General Eligibility

  • Indian students with 65% marks at Grade XII / Pakistani students with 70% marks at Grade XII

  • A Level – Grades BCC

  • Accredited Prior Learning equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2.

  • Other equivalent qualifications from EduQual/BTEC with Merit.

  • Copy of latest school credentials

  • Passport copy

  • Emirates ID (if any)

  • Visa Page Copy

  • Passport Size ID photo

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • A recognized post-secondary course.

  • University preparation (foundation) studies.

  • One year of study at a recognized tertiary or higher education institution.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Introduction to Fine Art: Fundamentals

  • Studio Practice: Strategies and Behaviours

  • Introduction to Visual and Material Culture - Creative Arts Practice and Fine Art

  • Studio Practice: Investigation and Exploration.

2 Year 2
  • Exploring Fine Art: Territories

  • Studio Practice: Frameworks and Enquiries

  • Fine Art and Creative Arts Practice: Contemporary Issues and Practice

  • Studio Practice: Encounters and Audiences

  • Professional Placement Year.

3 Year 3
  • Visual and Material Culture: Final Study

  • Studio Practice: In Context (20)

  • Studio Practice: In Context (40)

  • Studio Practice: Exhibition.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, a minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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