Fine Art BA (Hons)

Program Overview

Students develop their artistic voice, experiment with various mediums, and produce meaningful work that reflects contemporary issues. The program emphasizes employability through dedicated coursework, professional practice training, and placement opportunities. Graduates pursue careers in art therapy, theatre design, illustration, gallery management, and more.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Focus: The program offers a comprehensive studio-based education in Fine Art, encompassing traditional and emerging visual arts practices.
• Objectives: Encourage students to develop their artistic voice, experiment with various mediums, and produce meaningful work that reflects contemporary issues.
• Key Features:
• 120+ years of experience in art education.
• Emphasis on employability through dedicated coursework and professional practice training.
• Award-winning Vijay Patel Building with dedicated Fine Art studios and industry-standard workshops.
• Opportunities to exhibit work in prestigious venues like the Handmade Festival, Two Queens gallery, and Leicester Gallery.
• Block teaching approach for focused learning and better study-life balance.
• Curriculum: Art history, contemporary practice, engagement with local organizations, guest artist talks.
• Target Audience: Individuals with a passion for art and creativity, seeking to develop their skills and explore professional opportunities in the art world.

Outline:

• Structure:
• Three years full-time, four years with placement, six years part-time.
• Block teaching: studying one module at a time for focused learning.
• First year: foundational skills development.
• Second year: specialization option, self-directed creative projects.
• Third year: individual creative practice, professional development.
• Culminating exhibition in DMU's Festival of Creativity.
• Modules:
• First Year: Investigation and Exploration, Development and Consolidation.
• Second Year: Studio Practice Development, Art History and Theory, Professional Practice.
• Third Year: Art Practice, Art History and Theory, Professional Practice.

Assessment:

• Individual studio practice: Regular tutorials and studio critiques.
• Group projects: Collaborative work and presentations.
• Workshops: Skill development and experimentation.
• Group criticisms: Peer feedback and discussion.
• Lectures: Engaging with theory and historical context.
• Seminars: Interactive learning and discussion.
• Study trips: Experiential learning and cultural immersion.
• Journals: Reflection and documentation of artistic development.

Teaching:

• Research-active faculty: Offer experience-based insights and cutting-edge knowledge.
• Wide range of Visiting Artists: Enhance learning with diverse perspectives.
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Equitable and inclusive approach to learning for all students.
• DMU Replay: Accessibility tool for reviewing lectures and course materials.

Careers:

• Placement opportunities: Enhance professional skills and build industry networks.
• Dedicated careers service: Provides personalized guidance and resources.
• DMU Global: International experience program for wider cultural exposure.
• Graduate careers: Art therapy, theatre design, film and television, illustration, gallery management, and more.
• DMU Art Network: Post-graduation support for professional success.

Other:

• Award-winning Vijay Patel Building: State-of-the-art facilities foster creativity and innovation.
• High-quality accommodation: Nine halls of residence within walking distance of campus.
• Active Students' Union: Over 150 societies and 40 sports clubs for extracurricular engagement.
• Strong graduate employment rate: 85% in work or further study within 15 months of graduation.

UK

2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250

International

2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £15,750