BA Hons Fine Art

The Fine Art BA (Hons) with Foundation Year at the University of Derby offers aspiring artists the opportunity to construct their creative identity by gaining the technical and intellectual skills through theoretical and practical knowledge. The foundational year aids in developing multidisciplinary capabilities required in the main degree program.Course Content: The four-year course starts with a foundational year which is designed to refine basic art and design skills. It aids in exploring the potentials of a variety of artistic media and techniques and provides an insight into the working practice of artists and designers. The course continues with providing technical proficiency, enabling students to articulate their creative ideas through their chosen discipline, researching and developing concepts, understanding contemporary practice, working on personal projects, and more.Key Modules: Some core modules include Fine Art Practice, Fine Art Professional Practice, and Independent Study in Fine Art. Optional modules include Engaging Audiences, Placement Year, and Artistic Research.Accreditations: The university itself is accredited by the British Accreditation Council for Independent Further and Higher Education.Future Careers: This program prepares graduates for opportunities in various fields such as teaching, freelance artist, arts administration, gallery work, curating, arts therapy, community art worker, and other creative industries.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.