BA (Hons) Fine Art at Teesside University

Programme overview

A student-centred, practice-based fine art degree in which you work on studio projects alongside peers and staff. You experiment with new formats and media, keep a drawing and writing journal and learn how to work in the creative industries.

Faculty: School of Arts & Creative Industries | Duration: 3 years (4 with work placement); 4 or 5 years with foundation year; 6 years part-time | Intake: January or September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Contemporary Studio Practice, Skills and Studio Practice, Introduction to the Creative Industries, Expanding Studio Practice, Industry Project, Creative Research Project, Professional Practice and a Major Project.

Career pathways

Graduates have established galleries and studio spaces, undertaken national and international commissions, and worked at galleries such as the Baltic and MIMA or as art therapists in the NHS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Year 1 entry: 96-112 points, including a creative subject, from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications and a creative portfolio showing skills in your chosen discipline. Digital portfolios are accepted. Applicants without formal qualifications but with evidence of practical experience are considered. Offer holders are invited to an Offer holder day with portfolio feedback.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate degree rate; tuition only Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 3 years (4 with work placement); 4 or 5 years with foundation year; 6 years part-time

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