Falmouth’s dedicated drawing degree is one of only a few in the UK. Working within a vibrant and collaborative studio culture, you’ll create ambitious work by developing informed opinions and techniques that combine theory with practice. Build your skills, expertise and career opportunities by exploring wide-ranging areas of drawing practice and critical studies.
Work in our purpose-built, dedicated suite of studios with like-minded peers
Study a variety of processes and approaches to the discipline, including life drawing, printmaking, etching, digital methods and the moving image
Develop a portfolio that emphasises the dynamic possibilities and relevance of contemporary drawing practice
Work alongside internationally recognised visiting artists
Benefit from placement opportunities in your second year, making industry connections while exploring the real-world applications of drawing across sectors
Have the chance to exhibit your work throughout your degree – previous spaces have included Wheal Martyn Clay Works, Gallery Tresco, the Robert Burt Gallery and ShelterBox Truro
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. Applicants can also show their portfolio or give a performance, depending on the course. 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.
Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.
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. We accepted a range of in-country equivalencies and approved tests.
Designing
Falmouth
Undergraduate
Full-time,3 years Placement year,4 years
January, September
5.5
UK:£9,250 per year EU/international:£17,460 per year, Per placement year:£1,850,
Middle Sex
6.5
Undergraduate
£9,250, £23,400
London
6.5
Undergraduate
21000
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
6.0
Undergraduate
14750