Art and Design (Fine Art)

Course summary

Fine Art: develop your understanding of the creative process and learn to communicate visually. Areas of study include everything from painting, and drawing to installation and sculpture. Alongside the practical expertise you’ll develop in your studies, you’ll also learn transferable skills valued in both higher education and the world of work: analytical thinking • Creative problem solving • Working independently • Research methods • Understanding how context shapes meaning • How to communicate effectively. As well as giving you the chance to creatively engage with the world around you and develop technical skills, the study of art and design equips you with transferable skills that will support you in both further study and a range of careers. • 2D and 3D animation • Fashion and textile design • Film and media studies • Game design • Illustration • Product design • Photography • Set design