Overview

The Early Childhood and Contemporary Craft (Hons) programme from Liverpool Hope University will result in the creation of specialist craft works, innovative collaborative projects and new professional directions.

The combination of specialist facilities (metal, ceramics, textile and digital), dedicated tutoring and technical expertise make Liverpool Hope University an inspiring place to study. You will be encouraged to experience materials, to share practice, process and aspiration. Masterclasses, lectures and group seminars will guide you through core themes, which include: the joy of making, materiality and sustainability, personal directions, craft and equality, collaboration and craft identities.

We have a strong emphasis on professional practice and employability. Supported by university partnerships across Liverpool and North West institutions, charities, communities, business and industry, you will work on live projects, undertake work experience and have the opportunity to undertake a placement year.

A Contemporary Craft graduate can confidently work in diverse careers, including craft/design practitioner, community practitioner, creative producer, curator retail buyer, product merchandising, teaching & postgraduate research, Creative and Social Media Visualiser.

Career opportunities:

The Contemporary Craft programme equips learners with a wide range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Alongside the development of a personal creative design practice (with a bespoke portfolio of professionally documented outcomes), students will acquire proficiency in the entrepreneurial skills necessary for establishing a sustainable career within the industry. Students will be well placed to shape the future of the Craft industry offering alternative solutions to challenges which surround the industry.

A Contemporary Craft graduate can confidently work in diverse careers, including craft/design practitioner, community practitioner, creative producer, curator, retail buyer, product merchandising, teaching & postgraduate research, Creative and Social Media Visualiser.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drawing and Design
Visual Culture
Craft Directions
Explorations in Contemporary Craft
Advanced study in Contemporary Craft

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

The deadline for applications is usually January 15th each year, but applications after this date may be considered if you are a UK or EU student.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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OTE

120

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education Art and Craft View 56 other Bachelors in Art and Craft 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.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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59

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120

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-Levels - BCC
UCAS Tariff Points - 104 UCAS Tariff points must come from a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent). Additional points can be made up from a range of alternative qualifications
BTEC - DMM
Access to HE - 104 Tariff Points
IB - 24
Irish Leaving Certificate - 104 Tariff Points from Higher Level qualifications only
Welsh Baccalaureate - This qualification can only be accepted in conjunction with other relevant qualifications
T-Levels - Merit
Subject Requirements - All applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio of your work.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15225 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

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