Fine Art

The BA (Hons) Fine Art programme at Coventry University offers students a dynamic and comprehensive education in contemporary artistic practice. Designed to nurture individual creativity and critical thinking, this course enables aspiring artists to develop a personal artistic voice while gaining essential technical skills. Throughout the programme, students engage with a wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, digital media, installation, and performance art, exploring diverse approaches to artistic expression. Emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, the course encourages students to critically analyze art movements, historical contexts, and societal issues, fostering a deeper understanding of the role of art in contemporary society.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated studios, workshops, and exhibition spaces that support experimentation and innovation. The programme emphasizes a studio-based learning environment, where students receive personalized mentorship from experienced tutors who are active practitioners and researchers. The curriculum integrates key modules such as Drawing and Visual Thinking, Art, Context and Criticism, and Practice-led Projects, which guide students through the creative process from concept development to execution. Additionally, collaborative opportunities, industry placements, and participation in exhibitions and public events are integral to the course, preparing graduates for diverse careers in the arts sector.

Coventry University’s strong links with galleries, museums, and art organisations provide students with valuable networking opportunities and real-world experience. The programme also focuses on employability, encouraging entrepreneurial thinking and digital engagement to help students adapt to a rapidly changing art world. Graduates of the BA (Hons) Fine Art programme have gone on to pursue careers as professional artists, curators, arts educators, gallery managers, and creative entrepreneurs. With a supportive learning environment, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to fostering creativity, Coventry’s Fine Art course offers an ideal platform for aspiring artists to develop their practice and make meaningful contributions to contemporary art.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Module (EEA)
• GBP 12817 Module (International)

• English

Course Content

The course structure is based on a balanced curriculum which includes Fine Art studio practice, contextual studies, and professional practice.

In year one you will undertake a series of structured projects in painting, sculpture and lens-based media. From these you will be encouraged to become more self-directed in your studies, identifying and developing personal interests and concerns. Towards the end of the year you will work with your peer group to curate an end-of-year show.

By its very nature, fine art practice will tend to have a strong autobiographical and subjective emphasis. You will also be encouraged to consider the bigger social and political themes that inform our thinking as you make your way through the course.

Your course will be primarily based on the development of your studio practice but you will also have lectures, seminars and workshops.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

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Requirements

Essential Entry Requirements:

• 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C including English Language, or specified equivalents.

• A-Levels: CCC to include at least one Art or Design subject
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM in an Art or Design subject

Foundation: Merit in the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

Access: A pass in the Access Diploma. Access applicants can meet the GCSE requirements through their current studies and do not need to have these qualifications separately

• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 27 points to include Art or Design at Higher level

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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 Coventry University.

Funding

Merit Scholarship scheme: £1,000, in year one only and based on academic performance.

• Available to all international students applying for full-time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at Coventry University.
• Scholarships are allocated on the basis of academic merit. (Postgraduate applicants must hold 2.1 or equivalent, undergraduate applicants must hold A-levels or equivalent at grades BBC)
• There is no separate scholarship application process: all undergraduate applications from self-funded international students from any non-EU country and postgraduate applications from international, will automatically be considered for a merit award. You will not have to do anything, if you are successful you will be notified in due course by the International Office.

Occasionally, funding becomes available to enable the University, either centrally, through one of the faculties or from other sources, to offer research studentships in specified topics or fields of study.

Brazilian students are able to apply for full scholarship - including tuition fees and accommodation - to study undergraduate sandwich programmes at Coventry University.

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) offers opportunities to Commonwealth citizens to study in the UK, as part of the UK's contribution to the international Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan.

If you are a citizen of a developed Commonwealth country, you can apply for:

Scholarships for PhD and split-site (PhD) study

If you are a citizen of a developing Commonwealth country, you can apply for

• Scholarships for Masters, PhD, or split-site (PhD) study at UK universities
• Shared Scholarships for Masters study at selected UK universities

If you are a citizen of the Maldives, St Helena or the Seychelles, you can apply for:

• Scholarships for undergraduate study at UK universities

Ferguson Trust Scholarships are made available through the generosity of The Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust. The Trust was set up in memory of two generations of the Ferguson family to promote education, international friendship and understanding, and the promotion of world peace and development. The Trust supports people from low-income and conflict-affected regions who want to improve their knowledge of peace and reconciliation. Scholarship amounts vary and are dependent on individual circumstances and assessment.

The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fine Art at Coventry University offers students a comprehensive and immersive experience in the visual arts, fostering creative development, technical skills, and critical understanding. Designed to support emerging artists and creative practitioners, the program encourages students to explore various mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, digital art, and mixed media. Throughout the course, students are provided with access to state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated studios, workshops, and exhibition spaces, enabling them to experiment and refine their artistic practice in a professional environment. The curriculum emphasizes both practical skills and theoretical knowledge, encouraging students to critically engage with contemporary art theories, history, and debates. This combination aims to prepare graduates for diverse careers within the arts sector or further postgraduate study.

The program promotes a multidisciplinary approach, inspiring students to develop a unique artistic voice while understanding the social, cultural, and political contexts of their work. Regular crits, exhibitions, and industry engagement activities are integral components of the course, offering students valuable feedback and networking opportunities. Coventry University's emphasis on employability ensures that students acquire skills relevant to the contemporary art world, including self-promotion, project management, and digital portfolio development. The supportive academic staff comprises practicing artists, curators, and scholars who guide students through their creative journey, fostering innovation and critical thinking.

Additionally, the university encourages participation in national and international competitions, residencies, and collaborative projects, broadening students' professional horizons. Upon graduation, students are well-equipped to pursue careers as professional artists, illustrators, curators, art educators, or to continue with postgraduate studies. The program’s location in Coventry, a city with a growing arts scene, provides additional opportunities for exposure and engagement with the local art community. Overall, Coventry University’s Fine Art BA (Hons) aims to develop confident, committed, and critically aware artists ready to contribute to the vibrant contemporary art landscape.