Art
Study an arts course in a city whose creative influence is felt worldwide. Our strong partnerships with the creative sector in Bristol mean dynamic courses are delivered at inspirational city-centre venues.
97%
of BA(Hons) Photography students agree teaching on their course is good or very good. National Student Survey, 2025.
90%
of BA(Hons) Fine Art students are positive about the academic support on their course. National Student Survey, 2025.
100%
of MA Fine Art students are satisfied with the quality of their course overall. Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey, 2025.
Foundation Art courses
- Fine Art (with Foundation Year) - BA(Hons)
- Illustration (with Foundation Year) - BA(Hons)
- Photography (with Foundation Year) - BA(Hons)
"I’ve found an amazing creative network in both students and staff. The supportive tutors and technicians are very knowledgeable—they’ve shown me so many possibilities that have shaped my illustration practice."
Ripley BA(Hons) Illustration
Undergraduate Art courses
- Fine Art - BA(Hons)
- Illustration - BA(Hons)
- Photography - BA(Hons)
Postgraduate Art courses
- Fine Art - MA
- Fine Art: Curating - MA
- Fine Art: Photography - MA
- Fine Art: Printmaking - MA
Professional development Art courses
- Professional Development - MA/MSc/PGDip/PGCert
- Professional Development - BA(Hons)/BSc(Hons)/FdA/FdSc/GradDip/Dip/CertHE/GradCert/Cert
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