Overview

The focus of the first year of this Art and Design (General Foundation) (Hons) course at University of Dundee is centered on learning independence and finding your individual path. It also develops your practical skills and critical thinking. You will undertake a diverse range of projects throughout the year, that will each offer different challenges and opportunities. The course content will help you to decide on your choice of Honours degree specialism for the remainder of your course.

The six studio spaces are large and bright, encouraging the sharing of ideas in a social, collaborative atmosphere. You will spend the majority of your time on studio-based activities learning fundamental skills. The dedicated staff team will encourage you to think in different ways, supporting your learning and your transition into an Art School environment.

Your studies in the studio are complemented by a full programme of lectures, one day per week throughout both semesters. These lectures offer a contextual insight into how art and design has developed through history and contemporary practice, as well as learning more about the individual subject specialisms offered by degrees.

Careers and opportunities

Progression to Level 2 requires demonstration of appropriate knowledge and skill and the potential to successfully pursue independent study. You'll move onto one of the specialist courses

Animation BDes (Hons)

Art & Philosophy BA (Hons)

Fine Art BA (Hons)

Graphic Design BDes (Hons)

Illustration BDes (Hons)

Jewellery and Metal Design BDes (Hons)

Textile Design BDes (Hons)

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thinking through Making

Ways of Drawing

Connecting Colour and Symbol

Future Discipline

Beyond the Studio

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Design Visual Arts Liberal Arts View 415 other Bachelors in Design in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

BTEC: A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with DDM

GCE-A Level: Standard: BCC Widening access: CCC (level 1)

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 30 points (level 1)

Scottish Baccalaureate: Pass with CC at Advanced Higher (level 1) Distinction with AB (level 2)

SQA Higher/Advanced Higher: Standard: ABBB at Higher / Widening access: BBBC at Higher

SQA Higher National: A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit (level 1)

Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP): Relevant subjects with ABB grades

Welsh Baccalaureate: A-Levels at BB (level 1) A Levels at AA (level 2)

You will need to submit a comprehensive portfolio of art/design/creative work and may be invited to attend a portfolio submission event. In some cases an interview may also be required.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23150 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland � 9,790

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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