Creative Arts

Overview

Turn your creativity into a career with a degree that encourages experimentation, innovation and professional practice. Whether your interests lie in visual art, illustration, photography, digital content, costume design, media make-up or community-based creative practice, you'll develop the practical, technical and critical skills needed to build a sustainable future in the creative industries. Our degrees combine studio-based learning with academic study, allowing you to refine your individual creative voice while exploring the cultural, social and commercial contexts that shape contemporary practice. Courses are designed to help you specialise in the areas that inspire you most while developing transferable skills valued across the creative sector.

Throughout your studies, you'll work on live projects, exhibitions and industry-focused briefs that reflect real-world creative practice. You'll benefit from experienced tutors, specialist facilities and opportunities to engage with employers, creative organisations and professional networks, helping you build an impressive portfolio and the confidence to pursue careers as an artist, illustrator, designer, photographer, creative practitioner or to continue your studies at honours level.

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What creative arts degrees can I study?

We offer a range of creative arts degrees, including Creative Artistic Practices, Visual Art and progression routes that allow you to specialise in areas such as illustration, digital creation and photography, costume design, media make-up and community wellbeing.

Will I build a professional portfolio?

Yes. You'll complete practical projects, exhibitions and creative briefs throughout your course, giving you the opportunity to develop a portfolio that showcases your skills and supports applications for employment or further study.

Do I get opportunities to work with industry?

Yes. Our courses include opportunities to engage with industry practice, live projects and real-world creative situations, helping you develop professional experience and valuable connections within the creative sector.

What careers could a creative arts degree lead to?

Graduates pursue careers across the creative industries, including as practising artists, illustrators, designers, photographers, arts administrators, exhibition organisers, creative practitioners and teachers, while others progress to postgraduate study or specialist professional practice.

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Facilities

Learning extends beyond the studio and classroom through opportunities to visit galleries, exhibitions, creative studios, and cultural venues, attend industry events, and hear from practising artists, designers, performers, and other creative professionals. These experiences provide valuable insight into the creative industries, helping you connect your learning with contemporary professional practice while developing your creative identity, collaborative skills, and understanding of the diverse career opportunities available across the arts and creative sectors.

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