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Description
Why study Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices at Dundee?
This interdisciplinary course brings together excellence in research and teaching within a mainstream university environment. You will be taught by academic staff with national and international reputations as practising artists, theorists, philosophers and writers who contribute significantly to the shaping of contemporary culture and debate.
Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds. The quality of studio and workshop provision is high, supporting printmaking, sculpture, photography, painting, digital film, sound, performance, and multimedia installation. Facilities include digital imaging suites, computing workstations and a world-class art library.
The programme reflects current cultural practices integrating practical and theoretical studies beyond disciplinary boundaries. If you have a strong interest in philosophical ideas as a foundation for developing visual practice, and have an interest in the broader context of contemporary culture then BA (Hons) Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices is the course for you.
At the end of the course you will be able to:- Combine making with reflection
- Express imaginative visual ideas
- Use critical thinking and analytical abilities in your creative work
Art, philosophy, contemporary practices is one of three courses that comprise the art & media programme (art, philosophy, contemporary practices, fine art, time based art & digital film). This programme has an already established reputation as the only interdisciplinary arts curriculum in Scotland. The bringing together of three distinct pathways under the art and media programme offers a broad educational experience and access to a wide range of staff expertise while also allowing you to gain deep knowledge and expertise in your chosen subject pathway of art, philosophy, contemporary practices.
Student exchangeThe academic perspective is enhanced by opportunities for you to study abroad through exchange schemes that operate with centres of excellence in many European and transatlantic countries.
In addition, the department normally organizes an overseas study visit for all Level 3 students.
CareersOur graduates are highly sought after professionals well equipped for a great number of professions. As articulate practitioners or theorists trained in creative practice they are resourceful and flexible. Possible careers include:
- Artist
- Arts administration
- Management
- Curation and cultural policy making
- Publishing
- Writing and journalism
- Criticism
- Research
- Consultancy
- Teaching profession
Jonathan Richards graduated in 2009. He is a contemporary painter who was featured in the 2010 Catlin Guide which recognises 40 of the most promising new graduate artists in the UK. Jonathan says: "I left DJCAD with confidence in myself and my work. It is this that has given me the motivation to pursue my enthusiasm towards art and I thank DJCAD for the numerous opportunities I have been part of."
Omar Zingaro Bhatia graduated in 2009. Collections of his work exist in America, Canada, Spain, Hungary, Romania, France, Portugal, England, Sweden, Scotland, Tanzania, Serbia, Please note that our courses are refreshed each year therefore Poland, Germany and Mexico.
Postgraduate studySome graduates choose to continue their studies at postgraduate level on our taught Masters degree or PhD programmes.
Enterprise/FreelanceOthers have gone on to freelance and establishing their own successful businesses. Extra curriculum activities such as the Enterprise Gym help students cultivate entrepreneurial skills. The
Detailed Course Facts
Application deadline January 15 Tuition feeThe fees you pay will, in most cases, depend on your current country of residence.
The fee shown is annual, and may be subject to an increase each year.
Fee category
Fees for students starting September 2015
Scottish students
£1,820 per year of study (for Sept 2014 entry). Fees for September 2015 will be confirmed by the Scottish Government in early 2015.
Rest of UK students
£9,000 per year, for a maximum of 3 years, even if you are studying a four year degree. See our scholarships for rest of UK applicants.
EU students
£1,820 per year of study (for Sept 2014 entry). Fees for September 2015 will be confirmed by the Scottish Government in early 2015.
Overseas students (non-EU)
£12,950 per year of study. See our scholarships for international applicants.
Not specified Start date September 2015 Course begins in September Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test- English
Course Content
Teaching & AssessmentThe programme is centred upon a productive dialogue between art practice and theory within, across and beyond individual academic disciplines.
At Levels 3 and 4 you will increasingly engage in self-directed research supported by technical and idea based workshops, lectures, seminars, group and individual tutorials.
What you will study Level 1Students can enter Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices after successfully completing our Art and Design (General Foundation) course (apply for course WW12) or on successful completion of a recognised Foundation Course or equivalent (apply for course WV15). This is normal for many art and design courses.
In the Art and Design (General Foundation) course you will learn the core values which will enrich and expand your personal visual language as well as a module in Philosophy that will introduce you to key thinkers and themes from the history of philosophy, and build skills of critical reading and thinking.
Level 2- Foundations of Contemporary Practice 1 (Towards a Vocabulary of Practice)
- Contemporary Practice 2 (Towards a Personal Voice)
- Hume and Recent European Philosophy
- Aesthetics and Kant
- Independent Creative and Professional Practice 1
- Independent Creative and Professional Practice 2
plus two of the following:
- Love and Desire in Plato
- Film and Art
- Foucault
- Questions of Vision in Art
- Spinoza
- The Aesthetics of the Sublime
- Vision, Literature and Art
- Optional one semester of exchange study at an international institution
- Honours Creative Practice
- Dissertation
- Oral presentation
- Degree show exhibition
Level 4 takes a similar shape to Level 3. The studio practice module provides you with a period of sustained visual enquiry and practice which will culminate in the presentation/exhibition of your work for Degree Show examination at the end of the year. Depending on your individual strengths and interests you have the option to write a dissertation that either closely reflects on your creative practice or engages in a philosophical argument.
How you will be assessedAt all levels assessment will reflect the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and will typically include a combination of presentation of your studio work, essay and oral presentation. The final examination for Honours students takes the form of a major presentation/exhibition and a dissertation.
Requirements
See course Homepage for Full Details
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Dundee.