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BA(Hons) Fine Art

Falmouth University, United Kingdom

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Course Overview

On this studio-based Fine Arts degree, you'll delve into culture and theory, evolve your practice and gain vital professional skills. You'll investigate contemporary and historical art practices, ideas and debates and develop skills to effectively present your work to the world. You'll build the foundations for an enduring art career by working within our inspiring studio spaces, learning from experienced practitioners and collaborating with industry partners.

You will:

Work in a refined art studio space from day one, with access to excellent facilities, including 3D, printmaking and time-based media workshops
Collaborate with industry partners such as Newlyn Art Gallery and Tate St Ives
Develop professional practice skills, learn to identify opportunities, take the initiative and sustain a viable long-term career in the arts and beyond
Evolve your practice through opportunities such as field recordings, voice laboratories, self-publishing projects, specialist workshops, guest lectures and performances
Work with peers and staff to produce group exhibitions and an online arts festival.
Build an industry-ready fine art portfolio

General Eligibility

We consider all applications on their merit and potential. We invite all applicants to an interview day or audition to allow them to demonstrate this, along with what inspires and motivates them in their field. Depending on the course, applicants can also show their portfolio or provide a performance. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or the humanities.

Course route Entry requirements
BA/BSc(Hons) three-year degree 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree

with placement year 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree

with Integrated Foundation Year 80 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

UCAS Tariff points will primarily be from Level 3 qualifications such as but not limited to A-levels, T Levels, a BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma.

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Integrated Foundation Year (optional)

Explore
Technique
Apply
Launch

2 Year 1

Press Play
Practice in Context 1
Initiating Practice
Practice in Context 2

3 Year 2

Situating Practice: Studio
Situating Practice: Art Discourses
Testing Ground: Art Encounters
Testing Ground: Collaboration
Testing Ground: Studio

4 Year 3

Practice as Research
Entrepreneurial Practices: Agencies & Audiences
Realisation
Sustaining Practice

Language Requirement

IELTS5.5
TOEFL59
PTE50
Duolingo69

For applicants whose first language is English, we require you to have or be working towards GCSE English Language Grade 4 (C) or equivalent.

If English is not your first language, you must meet the standard equivalent to the IELTS Academic 6.0 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. In addition, we accepted a range of in-country equivalencies and approved tests.

Additional Information

Placement year (optional) You can take an optional placement year after your second year on a three-year programme or after your third year if you’re studying for a degree with an Integrated Foundation Year. You’ll be responsible for finding your placement with support from the RealWORKS employability team. Choosing this option will enhance your industry experience and skills while studying. How you’ll study during your placement year You’ll spend time working as part of a business or organisation in a professional context. This can be in one role or up to three and must be for a minimum of 24 weeks. You’ll develop in-demand workplace skills, deepen your insight into the industry and grow your network of contacts, all of which could help you get ahead in your career after graduation. Throughout this year, you’ll develop a portfolio of work that includes critical self-reflection on what has been learned from the experience. You’ll be required to provide evidence of your experiences, the skills you’ve learned and your professional growth.

Programme Information

Course CategoryArts

Course LevelUndergraduate

Awarding BodyFalmouth University

Campus NameFalmouth

DurationFull-time, 3 years Placement year, 4 years

Available IntakeJanuary, September

IELTS Score5.5

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