BA (Hons) Fine Arts

The Fine Art BA course offered by Staffordshire University guides learners to develop their own creative voice and visual language. The course engages students in dynamic studio knowledge, critical and conceptual thinking, professional insights and realworld project experience to equip them for future careers in the fine arts industry. This course aims to create skilled individuals with the practical understanding and theoretical knowledge necessary to run successful careers in a fiercely competitive atmosphere. Students are given the chance to explore a wide range of media in the arenas of painting, sculpture, print, photography, video and digital technologies, supported by experienced practising artists and educators.Course Content:The students are exposed to a diverse range of teachings and opportunities which include: • Use of fully equipped workshops with dedicated technicians onhand• Participation in local, regional and international exhibitions • Engagement with visiting professionals from the art industry• Assistance for running live client projects and the chance to gain work experience • Opportunities to embark on global travel for exhibitions, projects, research and exchangesKey Modules: The key areas where the course is focused on are as follows: Developing Studio Practice: This familiarizes students with different contemporary art practices, techniques and processes. Theorizing Contemporary Practice: This provides an understanding of the cultural and critical framework of contemporary art. Professional Practice: This module prepares students for professional life by developing entrepreneurship, project management and promotional skills. Advanced Studio Practice and Exhibition: This offers an opportunity to expand original art practice into professional public contexts, culminating in an exhibition. Independent Study (Research/Practice): This facilitates an indepth study of an artwork or art practice centred area chosen by the student.Accreditations: The course is accredited by Staffordshire University and has incorporated within it optional work placement years, encouraging students to forge strong links within the industry.Future Careers: Completion of the Fine Art BA from Staffordshire University prepares students for a range of creative industry roles. The graduates can advance into careers in professional fine art practice, teaching, arts administration, community arts, arts healthcare, curation (curatorial roles), gallery work, and arts project management. The course also empowers the learners with entrepreneurial spirit needed to become selfemployed artists or foster creative business startups. Other students decide to pursue further study in MA, MFA and PhD programmes.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.