About Fine Art (with Foundation Year) BA(hons) in University of West of England
Fine art sits at the centre of the UK's dynamic art scene. Showcased through collectives, galleries and public spaces, contemporary art generates powerful new ideas and platforms for debate.
Artists develop ideas by making them visible, playing active roles in society as cultural commentators, teachers and activists. In addition to established artists' networks, contemporary art is circulated by curators, commissioners, and the private sector.
Working as an artist is social, practical, and theoretical, and can involve you in an exciting range of cultural and educational activities in the UK and abroad.
BA(Hons) Fine Art is a studio-centred course is based at Spike Island, an internationally renowned contemporary art venue, part of our City Campus in the heart of Bristol. It's a vibrant creative environment where you'll get to connect with professional artists.
Benefit from free studio space and a range of work and volunteering opportunities, as well as excellent facilities at Bower Ashton Studios.
Choose from two pathways - Fine Art or Art and Visual Culture.
- Fine Art develops your practice in areas such as painting, sculpture, installation, performance, video and digital media.
- Art and Visual Culture critically engages you with your practice as you produce art works and written text, underpinned by theoretical perspectives.
All our staff are active practitioners, with the conceptual, technical and professional skills to support a wide variety of approaches.
Our City Campus is a creative powerhouse. It spans across Bristol, and is made up of Bower Ashton plus renowned contemporary arts centres Spike Island, Arnolfini and Watershed.
We have strong links with many of the city's arts organisations, providing opportunities to exhibit, network, take part in projects and build your profile.
Tailoring the course towards your particular interests, you'll have the chance to work in any medium at any point in your studies, explore different avenues and shape your own professional journey.
Showcase your work to talent scouts and potential employers at our popular Creative Industries Degree Show and graduate with an impressive portfolio of work.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :Overall score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 80 or above, including a minimum of 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
- PTE: Overall score of 50 with at least 51 in each component
University of West of England Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment Year |
1992 |
| Location |
Bristol, England |
| Mode of Program |
Full-time/ part-time |
| Application mode |
Online |
| Number of Students |
29,000+ |
| Number of teachers |
3,000+ |
| Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
| Finance type |
Non-profit |
| Number of faculties |
5 |
| Number of campuses |
4 |
| Number of international students |
4,405 |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships |
University of the West of England Cost of Attendance
- The tuition fee for various programs offered at the University varies from program to program depending on the duration, mode and type of applicant.
- The cost of attendance comprising of the tuition fee for various programs and the cost of living has been given below:
| Particulars |
Cost |
| Undergraduate programs |
13,250 – 15,750 GBP |
| MBA |
15,750 GBP |
| Animation |
13,250 GBP |
| Architecture |
13,500 GBP |
| Engineering Management |
13,750 GBP |
| Forensic Science |
14,500 GBP |
| Cost of Living |
9,580 – 12,100 GBP |
