University Centre Truro and Penwith has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Fine Art is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the fine art sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualification aims to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. Housed in the historic setting of Penzance School of Art, the HNC Fine Art at the University Centre Truro and Penwith is an exciting course which encourages the development of a personal, fine art identity through direct, practical engagement with materials and processes such as contemporary painting, drawing, installation and site-specific work, sculpture, textiles, printmaking, ceramics and kiln formed glass, all of which are underpinned by cultural and contextual studies. Future employment could include: Artist in Residence Freelance Fine Artist Art Gallery Curator Art Teacher Art Editor Art Therapist
Modules
Concept & Development Creative Project Modules may be subject to change
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Unfortunately, we are unable to consider international applicants.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - P
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £4112 | Year 1 |
| EU | £4668 | Year 1 |
| England | £4112 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4112 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4112 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4112 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £4112 | Year 1 |
| International | £4668 | 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
For more information and guidance about fees and funding, please visit the website: https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/study-with-us/university-centre/student-finance/
Provider information
University Centre Truro and Penwith
College Road
Truro
TR1 3XX