This stimulating, hands-on course comprises of practical workshops, lectures and gallery visits. The programme supports the development of your studio practice within fine art, craft, ceramics or textiles, with the option to specialise or work across disciplines. Emphasis is placed upon creative experimentation with a variety of media and the development of individual ideas and approaches.
We provide smaller study groups with training from industry professionals in industry settings. Specialist facilities in screen printing, ceramics, 3D design and fine art will allow you explore a wide range of techniques and processes within the dedicated studio space to develop your practice.
Our connections will allow you to gain the latest skills and knowledge needed to be successful in the art and design industry.
You will be supported by staff who are experts in their field and encouraged to develop a resourceful and independent approach that will prepare you for artistic practice in the real world.
Year 1
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of the page.
Upon successful completion of this course, you could go into employment as a Fine Artist, Textiles Designer, Ceramicist, Community Arts Worker, Art Teacher* or Art Therapist*
*would require further study and additional qualifications.
“I enjoy the atmosphere of this University as it is not as populated as other Universities, making it easier to concentrate on my studies. UCR was recommended by my tutors from Rotherham College, and they made me believe I could do it.”
Ryan Widdowson Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media, Moving Image and Photography
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2023/24. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
“I enjoy the atmosphere of this University as it is not as populated as other Universities, making it easier to concentrate on my studies. UCR was recommended by my tutors from Rotherham College, and they made me believe I could do it.”
Ryan Widdowson Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media, Moving Image and Photography
The arts sector is ideal for those who are detail-oriented and have a passion for creativity.
Artists create original works of art using appropriate techniques, materials and media, design artwork and illustrations and restore damaged pieces of art.
You could work in a creative studio, in a workshop or from home.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Graphic Designers use illustrations, visual and multimedia techniques to convey a message for informational, entertainment, advertising, promotion or publicity purposes.
You could work in a creative studio, in an office or at a client’s business.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the art sector include*:
“I enjoy the atmosphere of this University as it is not as populated as other Universities, making it easier to concentrate on my studies. UCR was recommended by my tutors from Rotherham College, and they made me believe I could do it.”
Ryan Widdowson Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media, Moving Image and Photography
“I’m really enjoying every aspect of the course. Studying locally means being part of a really close community.”
Charlotte Broadway Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fine and Applied Art
