In the contemporary art world, as the boundaries between fine art practices are crossed, so too are the distinctions between artist, theorist and curator. This distinctive course challenges these boundaries, offering students the opportunity to develop and expand fine art practice through a deep engagement with art historical knowledge and theoretical ideas. The course also offers a curating pathway, allowing students to explore exhibition-making in its own right and as a form of artistic practice.
As part of the undergraduate programmes in art theory and practice, the cour...
In the contemporary art world, as the boundaries between fine art practices are crossed, so too are the distinctions between artist, theorist and curator. This distinctive course challenges these boundaries, offering students the opportunity to develop and expand fine art practice through a deep engagement with art historical knowledge and theoretical ideas. The course also offers a curating pathway, allowing students to explore exhibition-making in its own right and as a form of artistic practice.<br/><br/>As part of the undergraduate programmes in art theory and practice, the course shares much of its teaching with BA (Hons) Art History and Curating, and students from the two courses collaborate on projects and exhibition-making. It is taught by a multidisciplinary team of practising artists, art historians, curators and theorists.<br/><br/>**FEATURES AND BENEFITS**<br/>- Emphasis on integrating studio practice and academic study.<br/><br/><br/>- Delivered by practising artists, historians, theorists, and curators.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunities to learn a foreign language, visit international exhibitions and access international study programmes.<br/><br/><br/>- The course works closely with arts institutions and galleries.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
2J89
Institution Code
M40
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff104 112 Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. Access to HE DiplomaPass Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject with a minimum 104 UCAS Tariff Points International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme26 IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from Higher Level. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D D*D* A levelB,C,C B,B,C T LevelM |
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