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Contemporary Arts Practice at University Centre South Devon – South Devon College - UCAS

Course summary

This foundation degree is a practical exploration of the applied arts, where you will have the opportunity to develop diverse creative skills within drawing, painting, sculpture, textiles, print, design, digital and mixed media arts. You will be guided through the generation of ideas, concepts and issues in art and how to communicate meaning visually. You will be encouraged to explore a broad range of processes and workshops underpinned by a strong and individual understanding of concept and context in art. During this course you will produce a wide-ranging body of work, which will evidence your professional capabilities and prepare you for employment. Using the skills you have developed, you will have the opportunity to create high-quality personal and individual work. The Contemporary Arts Practice course has a strong focus on employability, and ensures that you gain the essential skills required to work in the arts. You will be encouraged to work independently, and by exploring the arts industry locally and nationally, you will have a broad range of career opportunities when you graduate. Employability, industry experience, entrepreneurial skills and preparation for employment are integral to the programme. Opportunities for trips, visits, visiting lecturers, work experience and live briefs are accessible to all. The strong industry links developed between staff and artists, designers, arts agencies and local businesses within South Devon will support the students’ professional experience. In addition wider links, both nationally and internationally, such as Fujitsu, Pro-Direct, The Tate Modern London and University of the Arts London Colleges CCW will further strengthen students’ opportunities in the wider Arts world.

Modules

Year 1 Modules: Visual Communications Digital Design Environment Contemporary Drawing Professional Practice Contemporary Arts Practice Integrated Project


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W101
Institution code:
S32
Campus name:
UCSD
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Portfolio


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
50%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8825 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8825 Year 1
Scotland £8825 Year 1
Wales £8825 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Contemporary Arts Practice at University Centre South Devon – South Devon College - UCAS