BA (Hons) Art Practice
Key details
Award
Degree of Bachelor of Arts
UCAS Course Code
J002
Fees
£8,500 per year
Awarding Body
University of East Anglia
Course Length
3 years
Course Start Date
September 2026
Course overview
The BA (Hons) Art Practice course combines practical skill development with critical and contextual study, enabling you to develop a strong individual creative voice. You will explore a range of disciplines, including painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, and 3D creation, while engaging with art theory, research, and reflective practice.
The programme encourages innovative thinking, experimentation, and problem-solving, helping you to create visually compelling and original work. Alongside practical skills, you will develop an understanding of the professional art world, preparing you for a career as an independent artist or in creative industries.
Through a combination of workshops, studio practice, and critical study, this course nurtures creative growth, interdisciplinary exploration, and the development of a professional portfolio.
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Why study with us?
Small class sizes with experienced tutors guiding your learning
Extracurricular opportunities with art shows and exhibitions
Globally recognised awards from the UEA
Strong links with local employers and industry experts
What you’ll study
In your first year, you will build a strong foundation in practical art skills, creative thinking, and contextual understanding. You will explore both 2D and 3D approaches, experiment with materials and techniques, and begin to develop your own creative voice. You will also learn to reflect critically on your practice and work collaboratively with your peers. Modules include:
- Visual Communication Part 1: 2D Problem Solving
- Visual Communication Part 2: 3D Problem Solving
- Drawing: Materials, Process & Technique
- Cross-specialist Collaboration
- Creative Perspectives
- Showcase
In your second year, you will deepen your technical and conceptual skills, focus on your chosen pathway, and engage with research methods. You will explore the professional aspects of art practice, including producing work for a commercial context, while preparing for independent study in your final year. Modules include:
- Pathways & Mentorship
- Research Methods
- Drawing in Context
- Commercial Creation
Your final year is designed to consolidate your skills and prepare you for a professional career in the creative industries. You will undertake self-directed projects, develop a professional portfolio, and produce a major project and practice-led dissertation that demonstrate your creative, technical, and reflective abilities. Modules include:
- Professional Art Practice
- Professional Portfolio
- Major Project
- Practice-led Dissertation
Future careers
Graduates of BA (Hons) Art Practice could progress to an exciting range of roles across the creative industries, including:
ILLUSTRATOR
Salary: £25,000-£35,000+
TEXTILE ARTIST
Salary: £25,000-£35,000+
PAINTER
Salary: £20,000-£30,000+
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Facilities
With state-of-the-art recording studios and dedicated edit suites, our facilities are designed to mirror professional studio environments, with industry-standard equipment. These study areas are available beyond timetabled hours, allowing you to refine your skills and develop your projects independently.
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Fees and entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 points
A Level: CCC
Pearson: BTEC
L3 National Ext. Diploma: MMM
English and Maths: Grade C/4 or equivalent
Tuition Fees
This course is £8,500 per year. Find out how to secure student finance here.
Course Related Costs
Please see the Course Factsheet for details on other course-related costs.
Funding and Bursaries
Please see Additional Funding and Bursaries for more information.
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How to apply
Apply for this course through the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), using the UCAS Hub. UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for the full-time undergraduate courses at University and Colleges in the United Kingdom.
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Progressing students at Eastern Education Group
If you are already a student within the Eastern Education Group (West Suffolk College, Abbeygate Sixth Form College or One Sixth Form College), or have been within the last three years, you can apply directly through our Internal Application Form and save up to £1,000 off your first-year tuition fees*.