Fine Art, BA (Hons)

Fine Art is an engaging undergraduate programme that fosters creative expression through traditional and innovative approaches to contemporary art, preparing students for dynamic careers in the creative industries. From the outset, the course encourages experimentation with digital, intermedia, and traditional art forms in state-of-the-art studios, supported by professional workshops and resources. Taught by practising artists with international exhibitions, it develops technical, critical, and reflective skills, positioning artists as catalysts for social and cultural change.The curriculum features a common first year for broad exposure, followed by modules like Inspiration, Society, and Launch, which build advanced knowledge in global audiences and contemporary roles. A placement year offers practical experience, while assessments include practical coursework, presentations, and essays to enhance employability. Located in a vibrant city-centre facility, the course equips graduates for diverse paths, as evidenced by alumni successes in prestigious awards and roles.

This course has a common first year The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). *Year One Modules* Inspiration Process Play Narrative Audiences *Year Two* In year two, you will continue to develop the skills and knowledge you’ve learnt. We do this by embedding the following four principles into the curriculum and developing your: Technical skills – digital fluency, backed with the right academic knowledge Study skills – to be an adaptive, independent and proactive learner Professional skills – to have the behaviour and abilities to succeed in your career Global awareness – the beliefs and abilities to be a resilient, confident and motivated global citizen In year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with: considering the role of an artist in a contemporary society, engaging with global audiences, and environments, amongst others. *Modules* Chance Society Global Audiences Locating Research Environments Interruptions *Placement Year* There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement can often be beneficial. Work placements* usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. *Final Year* Your final year aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from years one and two. *Modules* Critical Connections Dialogues Communities Consolidations Launch We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website