Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Art Atlantic Technological University - Sligo Campus, Ireland

Students are equipped with the practical skills, knowledge, and intellectual resources necessary for a rewarding career in the arts. Contemporary and historical art practices are examined through a series of lectures, seminars and written assignments.

As students progress through the degree, there is an increasing emphasis on individual research and outcomes. External engagements include a regular visiting artist lecture series and national and international study trips. Students have opportunities to engage with collaborative projects with local and national art institutions.

YEAR 1

Modules include Visual Literacy, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Visual and Material Culture, Digital Lens-Based Media and Ceramics.

YEAR 2

Students develop their skills from the modules introduced in Year 1 as advanced modules in Year 2. There are six modules in Year 2 - Drawing, Painting, Digital Lens Based Media, Ceramics, Printmaking and Visual and Material Culture.

YEAR 3

Students move from set practice modules to one overall studio module where they develop their practice in their own direction and increase their use of individual studio space. Sculpture and Drawing Modules lend extra areas for development and expression. History and Theory of Art and the Work-In Context modules complement the practical modules. Work in Context offers real-world experience within the arts sector and students often complete this module through organising public art events and curation projects. In year three students work in Creative Interdisciplinary Practice with other creative programmes.

YEAR 4

Studio practice is emphasised in the final stage of the programme. Students also conduct self-directed research in History Theory as well as practice based Critical Writing. The Professional Practice module places emphasis on preparing students for work in the industry and understanding how to thrive after graduating.