Fine Art BA (Hons)
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Course overview
This studio-based, practice-led course is perfect for creative individuals keen to develop technical skills, critical thinking and entrepreneurial abilities. It is designed to empower you to build a sustainable and successful career in contemporary art and design. Develop practical skills exploring digital and traditional art forms in our spacious studios through diverse studio projects and workshops.
Cultivate critical thinking skills to confidently navigate and shape your creative career. Access specialist workshops, industry-standard software and professional media resources. 4
Key highlights
- Studio-based, practice-led learning in spacious dedicated studios
- Explore both digital and traditional art forms through diverse projects
- Access to specialist workshops and industry-standard software
- Develops entrepreneurial skills for a sustainable career in contemporary art
- Optional sandwich year extends the degree to four years
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
- A-level: BBC — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- T-level: Merit — BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- International Baccalaureate: 29 — IB Diploma 29 points Access to HE The Access to HE Diploma.
- Additional condition: portfolio — If you meet our minimum entry requirements for the course, you will be invited to take part in a portfolio review, either on campus or online.
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Careers this course leads to
- Practising artist
- Gallery curator
- Arts administrator
- Art technician
- Community arts officer
- Illustrator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £20,800 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Coventry University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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