Overview
Embarking on the BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing and Printmaking degree at Arts University Plymouth offers a transformative experience, where students delve into a diverse array of traditional and modern artistic techniques. This programme is meticulously crafted to nurture your creativity while helping you establish a distinctive artistic voice as a contemporary professional artist.
Why Painting, Drawing and Printmaking at Arts University Plymouth?
Arts University Plymouth is renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence and innovation. The university boasts a vibrant community of practising artists who serve as tutors, providing invaluable insights and mentorship. The institution's strong reputation is reinforced by its partnerships with various cultural institutions, enhancing the educational experience through real-world exposure. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including expansive studios designed to maximise natural light, which fosters an inspiring environment for creativity.
Tuition Fee Breakdown
The tuition fees for the BA (Hons) in Painting, Drawing and Printmaking are as follows:
- National Fee: £9,535 per year
- International Fee: £17,250 per year
Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.
Syllabus
The curriculum is structured to provide a robust foundation in both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Key components of the syllabus include:
- Mastery of six visual languages: line, form, space, movement, tone, and colour.
- Hands-on workshops focusing on various painting, drawing, and printmaking techniques.
- Opportunities to showcase work in professional exhibitions from the first year.
- Extensive material demonstrations to enhance understanding of different mediums.
- Field trips to significant cultural sites, including Tate Galleries and international art conferences.
Industry Demand
The skills acquired through this programme are highly applicable across various sectors, including the creative arts, education, and community engagement. Graduates often find opportunities in galleries, educational institutions, and as independent artists, contributing to the vibrant cultural landscape.
Guaranteed Work Experience
Students are provided with numerous opportunities to engage with the art community through exhibitions and collaborations, ensuring they gain practical experience and industry exposure.
Careers with Painting, Drawing and Printmaking
Graduates of the BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing and Printmaking often establish successful careers in diverse artistic fields. Alumni have found positions in prestigious galleries and institutions, including London’s Second Floor Studios and various regional art centres. Many graduates pursue careers as practising artists, educators, or curators, contributing to the art scene in cities such as Plymouth, Falmouth, and London.
Programme Structure
Our unit structure applies to all of our undergraduate courses and creates a culture that promotes curiosity and creative thinking that extends beyond subject boundaries. Thematic approaches encourage an environment of free-flowing creative learning and opportunities for collaboration. Each unit will be contextualised by the subject specialism, and delivery will manifest uniquely through the specialist lens of each course.
Year One
- Methods & Materials
- Encountering Place
- Exploring Subject
- Platforms of Exchange
Year Two
- Speculative Strategies
- Global Challenges
- Ideas & Audience
- Emergent Practice
Year Three
- Research & Development
- Publication
- Positioning Practice
- Final Project
Arts University Plymouth also offers a year long sandwich year option, and global study exchange programmes. Framed within the institution’s innovative Common Unit Framework, these experiences contribute to your BA (Hons) Degree.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
International applicants who require a Student Visa must apply with sufficient time for one to be processed before the stated Programme Start Date.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Plymouth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Visual Arts Fine Arts Painting & Drawing View 15 other Bachelors in Painting & Drawing in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- We typically ask for between 104 - 120 UCAS points, earned through an Art & Design Foundation Diploma, A-levels, BTEC Extended Diploma MMM grade, Access to HE Art & Design, Irish/Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, the International Baccalaureate, or other international qualifications.
- International applicants can find equivalents for a variety of countries at https://www.aup.ac.uk/international/your-country, or may email international@aup.ac.uk to confirm eligibility.
- We welcome applications from candidates without formal qualifications who can provide evidence of their creativity.
- All applicants mus demonstrate a good command of the English language, either through GCSE English or an accpeted qualification such as IELTS SELT (Level B2).
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents17500 GBP / year≈ 17500 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9535 GBP / year≈ 9535 GBP / year
Living costs
Plymouth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
The following international scholarships are available:
https://www.aup.ac.uk/international/finance#scholarships
Creative Scholarships (up to £2,000) - awarded on merit via a panel, applied to students entering the first year of study of either an Undergraduate or Postgraduate course. Applicants will need to meet benchmarks for excellence of portfolio and demonstrate a commitment to study.
Pro-Vice-Chancellor’s Arts University Plymouth Creative Excellence Award (£2,500) - available to students entering the first year of a full time BA (Hons) programme, awarded on a competitive basis by application with selection at the discretion of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor. There are two of these awards available.
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Scholarships Information
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