Fine Art
As an intellectual and professional pursuit, Fine Art requires training, creative intelligence, and a thorough knowledge of theory and practice both present and past. At the School of Art, we are dedicated to the development and innovative application of traditional skills. The School of Art specialises in the history and practice of Drawing, Painting, Book Illustration, Printmaking, Photography, Interdisciplinary Studio Practice and Multimedia (installation, digital art, video and sound). Drawing is at the heart of the student’s experience and is fundamental to the training in all other mediums. Accordingly, it occupies a central position in the curriculum, particularly in the first year of the degree schemes. In light of the recent revival of interest in traditional drawing skills, the School is at the vanguard of contemporary art education. By combining traditional skills with new technologies (such as computer software and digital photography), our courses aim to give you a competitive edge by broadening and enhancing your portfolio.
Apart from being intellectually stimulating and personally rewarding, the study of art has many practical benefits. It fosters a hands-on approach to the challenges of everyday life, encourages creative problem solving, improves the ability to adapt in a changing world, and enhances interpersonal liaison skills. These assets, sought after in today’s job market as transferable skills, are actively promoted during your course of study at the School of Art.
All Fine Art schemes may be pursued with specialisation in Drawing, Painting, Photography, Book Illustration, Printmaking and Multimedia or taken up more generally; the course code is the same in each case.
Skills
- Drawing
- Painting
- Printmaking
- Photography
- Book Illustration
- Interdisciplinary Studio Practice