20 Bachelor's degrees in Visual Arts in Scotland, United Kingdom

Art and Philosophy (Hons)
Taught by artists of international standing, Art and Philosophy (Hons) degree offered at University of Dundee is the only undergraduate course in Scotland that combines Fine Art with Philosophy.

Art and Design (General Foundation) (Hons)
The Art and Design (General Foundation) (Hons) degree delivered by the University of Dundee provides you with an understanding of art and design practice and helps you to identify which of our specialist courses is right for you

Incorporated Bachelor Stage One in BDes (Hons) Illustration
On this Incorporated Bachelor Stage One in BDes (Hons) Illustration from University of Dundee International College illustration uses visual media to tell stories and communicate complex ideas.

Interior and Spatial Design (Hons)
The BDes Interior and Spatial Design (Hons) programme from Edinburgh Napier University is taught by expert practitioners in Edinburgh's vibrant interior design, exhibition and lighting design industries, producing graduates with a profound understanding of real projects, real clients and real materials.

Creative Arts and Industries
The new undergraduate Creative Arts and Industries programme at the University of Glasgow will offer you a unique opportunity to engage creatively and critically with all the artistic fields covered by the School of Culture and Creative Arts: film, television, music, theatre, art and design and digital media.

Communication Design
The Communication Design at The Glasgow School of Art programme provides a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that fully equips graduates as 21st-century designers, whether in professional studio practice or further academic study.

Visual Effects for Games and Real-Time Media (Hons)
Develop visual effects that react in real time – for games, film, TV and immersive experiences. This Visual Effects for Games and Real-Time Media (Hons) degree from Abertay University is Scotland’s only undergraduate degree that brings VFX, game programming and creative design together for real-time media.

Graphic Design (Hons)
Graphic design is about the visual communication of ideas. Through the BDes in Graphic Design (Hons) from University of Dundee you will develop your skills with a range of industry-focused design projects.
Art History and Film and Visual Culture
In the Art History and Film and Visual Culture programme of the University of Aberdeen you will study buildings, sculptures, drawings, paintings, prints, decorative and industrial arts from all periods at Scotland’s top-rated university for the impact of its research in the history of art. You will gain the skills to open up a range of exciting career options.
Acting and Performance (Hons)
The Acting and Performance (Hons) at Queen Margaret University is a two-year, full-time public programme designed for advanced entry. This degree type focuses on professional actor training for stage and screen, blending conservatoire traditions with modern techniques to prepare students for the performing arts industry.
Art History and History
The Art History and History programme of the University of Aberdeen is the perfect combination to immerse yourself in all aspects of human activity in the past, with a fascinating in-depth study of the buildings, sculptures, drawings, paintings, prints, decorative and industrial arts of all periods.
Art History and Theology and Religion
The Art History and Theology and Religion programme of the University of Aberdeen is the opportunity to study the buildings, sculptures, drawings, paintings, prints, decorative and industrial art of all periods and to add a fascinating exploration of the origin, function, and meaning of religion, studying and comparing the major religions across the world.
International Foundation (Art and Design)
This International Foundation (Art and Design) programme from The Glasgow School of Art is a Year 1 programme (SCQF 7) taught over one academic year that introduces students to the basic principles of Art and Design at HE level.
Undergraduate Pathway in Art and Design
Applicants in the Undergraduate Pathway in Art and Design programme from International College Robert Gordon University are required to submit evidence of artistic ability.
Archaeology and Art History
Are you intrigued by how we lived and designed homes, and the decorative and functional items in them, throughout ages, countries and cultures to survive and flourish? Combine Archaeology with Art History to understand in detail artefacts and art history throughout major ages with the Archaeology and Art History programme of the University of Aberdeen.
Film and Visual Culture and History
The Film and Visual Culture and History programme of the University of Aberdeen adds to your rigorous training in the history and theory of the moving image in the 21st century. You will study at Scotland’s top-rated university for the impact of its historical research and will gain the specialist and transferable skills to open up a wide spectrum of career opportunities.
Fine Art (Hons)
The Fine Art (Hons) programme at Robert Gordon University is a four-year, full-time course designed to cultivate professional artistic skills. This on-campus degree focuses on creative investigation through diverse media, including painting and photography, preparing students for successful careers in the global creative sector.
Film and Visual Culture and French
In the Film and Visual Culture and French programme of the University of Aberdeen you will study the language and culture of French-speaking countries, including cinema and opening international possibilities to a career in creative arts and media and many other options too.
Art and Contemporary Practices (Hons)
Through this Art and Contemporary Practices (Hons) BA degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will set your sights on a successful career, focusing on employment in your chosen field, with opportunities to explore the evolving possibilities for art and creativity within the full context of contemporary art, health, recreation, and education.
Visual Communication and Design (Hons)
Become one of the most sought-after professionals in the industry, combining your creative thinking with your passion for art, technology, and communication with the Visual Communication and Design (Hons) degree at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI).