Fine Art

BA (Hons) Fine Art

Fine art is perhaps one of the most challenging and rewarding subjects in art and design, giving you the opportunity to maximise your creative and critical skills and to develop as an independent practitioner. Join our Fine Art degree and you’ll be able to experiment with an extensive range of approaches including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, installation, video and lens-based and digital media. Choose to specialise in any one of these or broaden your skills in each as you progress through the degree.

Course content

This vibrant course is designed to expand your practical, creative skills through a broad range of workshop and studio activity which helps you to maximise the impact of your creative expression and bring your ideas to life. Taught by a team of highly qualified practising artists, the course develops your analytical and communication abilities through stimulating discussion of issues and ideas in fine art practice. You will learn how to find and solve problems, adapt creative solutions to new situations and manage your time effectively. As part of the course you will develop business, entrepreneurial and project management skills.

Student view

"Studying at Glyndŵr University has helped me to grow and develop significantly as an artist. I have been able to take advantage of the extensive facilties available with the support of the staff, and the arts community which has been developed here is exceptional."

Career opportunities

Pursue employment in a range of art-related industries. Opportunities include setting up your own business; running an art gallery; work as in art education or as a specialist
arts officer in the public or voluntary sector. Further study opportunities exist at postgraduate level. Transferable communication and presentation skills will make you sought after by employers from other industries.

Assessment

Assessment is continuous and relates to all aspects of the course. Formative assessments take place at the end of assignments and modules. Your work will be reviewed within a supportive working environment and feedback given at regular intervals enabling you to learn from the assessment process prior to the conclusion of a module.

Course duration

Entry requirements and applying

The academic requirements for the course are 240 UCAS points. You will also be expected to produce a portfolio of artwork demonstrating your interests and abilities. See information on general entry requirements.

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