Art has a profound impact on how we understand our world. It clarifies events and can compel complex emotions. This course offers a critical exploration of this exciting and influential field.
It combines first-hand analysis and research into why art (both images and objects) is produced, when, where, by whom and for whom. You’ll question the ways in which it has been written about and examined over time, and you'll address how racial, cultural and gendered narratives shape our understanding.
The curation and circulation of art are two key themes that make this degree distinctive. There’s a particular focus on how art is displayed (in museums, galleries, printed material or digital formats) and interpreted – and how this is used in other fields like journalism, politics and international relations.
Learn in London – the UK's creative hub
You’ll be offered exciting opportunities including curating your own exhibition, going on placement, exploring London and taking annual overnight trips – and you’ll be supported in developing your own entrepreneurial ideas. You'll develop a specialized knowledge, and build a valuable network of contacts.
Recently, students have:
And joined guest lectures with:
Students have curated several exhibitions at our own Knapp Gallery:
You'll graduate as a critical and culturally aware thinker, with verbal and visual skills, specialized skills and a network of contacts – ready to work in the competitive art field, or related businesses around the world.
In the integrated foundation year, you'll gain a solid grounding in academic principles and skills. Building upon this foundation, you'll be well prepared to go on to develop specialist knowledge in your chosen course.
It's structured around discipline knowledge, with extra modules that introduce you to the transferable skills you'll need at degree level and beyond – giving you a solid grounding in liberal arts principles and skills.
Once you've successfully completed your Foundation year, you'll be able to progress to any of our business, social sciences, humanities or media undergraduate courses.
Building on this foundation, you’ll develop specialist knowledge in your chosen course.
Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.
During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:
Credit transfer
If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.
You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.
For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.
If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. This will confirm your place. Here's how.
Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.
If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.
There are a wide variety of funding and scholarship opportunities to help you finance your studies. For more information, please visit our scholarships and funding page.
Tuition fee: £20,500 per year for intakes starting in September 2023 and January 2024.
Non-refundable advance deposit:
Read more about tuition fees.
Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms.
Fees cover the cost of tuition. You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of the programme.
The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own text books and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.
Fees are payable in the following instalments:
Some programmes at Regent’s University London offer an optional or mandatory Study Period Abroad, for one or two semesters. No SPA can be undertaken in the United States.
A student who wishes to attend an “ineligible” school, which includes any school in the USA, will forfeit all funding from that semester going forward and all current loans will become due with immediate effect. For any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please email the US Loans Advisor at [email protected]. For questions regarding what an “eligible” or “deferment only” school is, please email the IPO office, [email protected] or [email protected] before applying for a programme with an SPA module.
At Regent's you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a supportive and nurturing environment with interactive classes, regular one-to-one contact with tutors, specialist facilities, industry opportunities and tailored careers advice – ensuring you develop the skills, experience and confidence you need to succeed.
Through regular visits to museums, galleries, archives and collections, you'll be able to study works of art first-hand and meet with industry professionals – enabling you to engage directly with those in the field. You'll also have the chance to curate your own exhibition in Regent's Knapp Gallery and join placements, offering valuable industry experience.
Find your 23-24 academic calendar here.
Contact hours: Years 1, 2 and 3: no less than 14 hours per week.
You'll be taught by professional artists, art historians, curators and advisors who continue to work in this sector alongside teaching. They regularly have work published in journals and collaborate with institutions, such as the Victoria & Albert Museum. Their knowledge and experience ensure your classes are shaped by the most current industry practices.
Academics include:
You'll also be allocated a personal tutor, who'll meet you on a one-to-one basis at various stages throughout the year to provide you with guidance and advice to support your personal and professional development.
Throughout the course, you'll be expected to undertake extra reading, personal research and reflection, as well as preparing work for workshops and working collaboratively with other students in preparation for assessment. You should also regularly attend museums, galleries and exhibitions for your own personal and career development.
Your skills and knowledge will be assessed via a wide range of written work such as journals, reports, blogs, exhibition reviews and short essays. You'll also create inspiration boards and give individual and group presentations to develop your oral communication skills and your expertise in articulating and presenting your ideas about art – invaluable for careers in the art world and beyond.
We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns, including learning difficulties, visual and hearing impairments, mental health difficulties, autism conditions, mobility difficulties and temporary or chronic health conditions.
Our Student Support & Welfare team is here to support you. We ask that you speak with us as early as possible to enable us to support you. Find out more about our disability support and contact us.
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and review each application comprehensively on its own merit.
One of the following qualifications:
Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):
| Qualification | Subject | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE* | English language | C (4) |
| IB SL or HL | English | 4 |
| US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* | English | D (1.0/4.0) |
| IELTS* | Academic | 5.5 overall and 5.5 in each component |
*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.
We also offer conditional students a free, online, diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This must be booked in advance. Discover more.
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and review each application comprehensively on its own merit.
One of the following qualifications:
Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):
| Qualification | Subject | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE* | English language | C (4) |
| IB SL or HL | English | 4 |
| US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* | Cumulative GPA | 2.5 |
| IELTS* | Academic |
6 overall and 5.5 in each component |
*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.
We also offer conditional students a free, online, diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This must be booked in advance. Discover more.
Graduate as a critical and culturally aware thinker, with the practical skills to work in the competitive art field, for example:
While this course often leads to graduates entering these professions, the transferable skills you develop will allow you to choose any career that aligns with your interests.
Most of our students go onto Postgraduate study – institutions include:
You could also use your degree as springboard to:
After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work, or look for work, in the UK for up to two years after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately – applying your skills and advancing your career with valuable experiences and industry connections.
Don't worry if you feel overwhelmed – our Careers, Enterprise and Industry team are here to provide personalised advice and access to resources for life!
We've designed our curriculum for you. Gain a deeply personalised education, designed for you – an innovator, entrepreneur or future leader. Expand your knowledge, skills, practice and thinking with three building blocks:
In Year 2, you’ll also have the option to study abroad.
Read more about how you'll learn and view a complete list of Special Electives.
The Foundation year has been designed to give you the introductory knowledge and business skills needed to confidently progress to degree-level study.
| Term 1 | |
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| Liberal Arts and Media Part I | This module will introduce you to the interdisciplinary Liberal Arts ethos. You will engage with the greatest thinking from the arts, humanities and social sciences and examine pressing global issues from various perspectives. You will begin your introduction to essential subject skills and knowledge in preparation to continue onto an undergraduate course. It will also help support you to develop your study skills and abilities in academic English. This module is designed to be taken in conjunction with Part II in your second term of study, where the focus will be on acting, film and media production. |
| Writing for Success at University |
This module develops your writing skills and knowledge, to prepare you for success at university. You will consider writing as a process that is shaped by your knowledge of genre, audience and purpose – and you’ll learn to identify common features of successful academic writing. Engage with motivating writing challenges that support the skills required in the Foundation, and the skills you will need to complete written tasks at degree-level. You will explore aspects such as style, register, structure and referencing, and learn to harness digital tools to aid your writing. In this module, you will take on board feedback and use it to develop further. You will also reflect on the overall process of becoming a more proficient academic writer, all within a supportive classroom atmosphere. As a result, you be able to approach your assessment tasks with confidence, demonstrating your learning in written tasks across your studies. |
| Critical Thinking | In a world of conflicting ideas and the advent of "post-truth" and "fake news", being able to think critically and investigate information is crucial. This module is designed to improve your critical thinking and reflecting skills. You will learn tools that will help you evaluate information, investigate what is true, differentiate between opinion and fact, and determine strong arguments from weak. Understanding how we know what we know is one of the most fundamental aspects of university education and, in this module, you will develop a foundation in decision-making and reasoning that will help you academically and in your future career. |
| Cultural Understanding | In this module, you will study a range of cultural industries – contemporary, historical, local and global. You will trace how ideas develop in different cultural industries from inception to materialisation, explaining the values that underpin cultural output. You will develop your understanding of the role that curiosity and creativity have played in the development of culture and the technologies used within the cultural landscape. You will consider decision-making processes, gaining an understanding of how cultural industries are created, how culture is mediated and produced, and what impact it has on its human and physical environments. The module will encourage you to engage with specific case studies, and provide a broader understanding of the social, political and economic contexts that contribute to the place of culture in society. |
| Politics, Society and Citizenship | In this module, you will be introduced to the basic principles of politics, society and citizenship. What is society, and how is it shaped by politics? Who are we as citizens? You will explore your political values by examining some real-world problems and debating with other students about how to deal with them. By working with other students, you will explore how political engagement works within and across societies. By the end of the module, you will have the tools to develop a more critical and thoughtful attitude to citizenship, which you will take forward for the rest of your life. |
| Term 2 | |
| Liberal Arts and Media Part II | In this module, you will continue to build on the interdisciplinary Liberal Arts ethos, subject skills and knowledge gained in Part I. You will begin to explore performance, film and media production and examine pressing global issues from various perspectives in these fields. The module will further help support the development of your study skills and abilities in academic English for degree-level study. |
| Communications |
Communication is the power to inform, persuade and bring people together to enact change. Whether verbal, non-verbal or written, communication is key to your success in university and future career. This module will enable you to improve your own communication and to evaluate the way communication works to convey ideas. Taking an active approach, you will work through complex stories and messages, finding new ways to communicate simply, clearly and effectively. You will practice observation, understand and evaluate context, and learn to empathise with your audience to craft persuasive and professional outputs. Reflecting on culture and identity is an important part of understanding the communication environment. You will work with and draw on your own experience, and that of your peers, to acknowledge differences and find connections. You will use collaboration and networking to help develop an individual final output that may use a variety of media. |
| Cultural Industries | In this module, you will study a range of cultural industries, whether contemporary or historical, local or global. Tracing how ideas develop from inception to materialisation in different cultural industries will enable you to explain the values that underpin cultural output. You will develop your understanding of the role that curiosity and creativity have played in the development of culture and the technologies used within the cultural landscape. By considering decision-making processes, you will gain an understanding of how cultural industries are created, how culture is mediated and produced, and what impact it has on its human and physical environment. The module will encourage both an engagement with specific case studies and a broader understanding of the social, political and economic contexts that contribute to the place of culture in society. |
| Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
In a business environment, creativity is most often defined as the ability to imagine the unique ideas whilst innovation is defined as the process that transforms the creative ideas into real commercial product or services. Starting from this point of view, this module will help you to critically evaluate how creativity contributes to successful entrepreneurship practice. Today’s organisations are aware of the importance of entrepreneurial and managerial creativity as a desired behaviour in identifying opportunities that lead to entrepreneurial success. In this module, you will have the opportunity to understand the role of managerial creativity for growth and wellbeing of organisations and in society. You will cover topics such as innovative organisations; entrepreneurial creativity and decision making; transformational leadership; creative behaviour; employee innovation; and engaging with the creative process in the workplace. |
| Making Use of Data |
Data are all around us and play a crucial role in decision-making at all levels and sectors. The analysis and visualisation of data is a key skill in today’s job markets. It is not only the foundation of efficient organisations, but a means unlocking critical insights to inform present and the future operations. In this module, you will gain a conceptual appreciation of the nature of data in its many forms, and how we use it to enhance daily working processes. You also gain an appreciation of the ethical issues around data governance and representation. You will gain practical knowledge in data analysis by exploring the broad ecosystem data analytics platforms, and by building up key skills in Microsoft Excel, the most popular data analytics platform in the world. Throughout a series of applied sessions, you will use these skills to effectively explore, visualise, and analyse data of all kinds. |
| Art History, BA (Hons) | |
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| Art Now | You will be introduced to the wide diversity of contemporary art, from media such as drawing, painting and sculpture, to newer practices including film, photography, site-specific and installation art. Issues relevant to contemporary art, such as globalisation, migration, gender and identity, are explored. The aim of the module is to increase your comprehension of the multiple factors involved in the production and reception of contemporary art, in particular regarding its sites of display. You will develop collaboration skills through a group presentation, and critical reading and research skills through written work. By studying the global nature of contemporary art, you will develop your understanding and appreciation of other cultures. |
| Baroque Art: Faith, Crown and Commerce | The art of the seventeenth century is known for grandeur, sensuous richness, and emotional exuberance. In this module, you will study the way art was affected by religious change – in particular by the Catholic Counter-Reformation – and the way European rulers used painting to enhance their status. As a contrast, you will explore the so-called ‘Golden Age’ of painting in the Protestant Netherlands and the way that commercial success led to a boom in painting and to new subject matter. |
| Situating Art | This module introduces you to key methods in art history and explores how art functions in distinct social, cultural, economic and political contexts. The spaces in which art has been displayed and encountered are highlighted. You will engage with interpretive and critical methods used in the discipline, developing analytical and writing skills, together with a wider awareness of cultural differences and the understanding that there are many histories of art constructed from various perspectives. You will see examples from across time and space and from a global perspective. Small group, discussion-based seminars take place in the classroom and in galleries around London. |
| Renaissance Art and Society | The Renaissance was a period of remarkable intellectual and artistic activity, and this module will consider how our understanding of this period has come to shape the study of art history. We will begin with an introduction to the history and politics of the regions you will study, focusing on the transition from medieval art, when the artist was usually an anonymous craftsman, to the Renaissance when some artists became celebrities with huge wealth and influence. You will study trends in the arts of Italy, including painting, drawing and sculpture. You will also examine work by artists from Northern Europe who pioneered the technique of painting in oil, and discuss the effects that the Protestant Reformation had on art in the region. Our discussions will cover the rise of humanism, the importance of drawing, the introduction of printmaking, and the growth of artistic status and identity. |
| Exploring Industry and Entrepreneurship |
The world of work is changing fast; in some sectors, AR, AI and automation have already mechanised the work environment. New and different jobs are rapidly being created, generating fresh industry-related and entrepreneurial opportunities. Global crises have accelerated trends, causing many sectors to rethink their approaches to work. This module provides you with an introduction to the changes being experienced, and the scope of real-world professional activities in relation to your course. Teaching will be delivered by your course team, led by subject experts, and tailored to reflect industry and entrepreneurship in your discipline. You will develop an understanding of how changing local and global trends impact the current and future worlds of work. The focus will be on exploring your industry or sector and its future, with a view to informing your own potential career or entrepreneurial journey. In this module, you will be supported by the experts in the Careers, Enterprise and Industry services and the university careers platform, Handshake. |
| Learning Perspectives |
This module will develop your curiosity around your chosen degree specialism and encourages you to become a collaborative, critical and reflective learner. You will explore different approaches and key debates around learning and develop skills essential for university study. Learning from key thinkers across cultures and time, you will examine core questions about how and why we learn the way we do. You will gain understanding through the distinct lens of your subject and by comparison and sharing of ideas with students from all degree areas. To evidence your learning journey, you will create responses to key questions on the areas of the module you find most relevant and inspiring. The skills, knowledge and approaches to learning you develop in this module will support your Regent’s journey and assist you in becoming an active part of your university community. |
| In Year 1, you can choose a mix of London Perspectives, Global Perspectives and language modules – you'll need to take two in total from the lists below. | |
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| London Perspectives (Autumn Term) | In the London Perspectives module, you will explore London through multiple perspectives including your own cultural background and degree discipline. Taking the city as a learning ground, you will learn about London with a historical and contemporary focus through your degree subject (for example business, arts, fashion and media) and interact with the cultures of London through their symbols and neighbourhoods to investigate their impact on London over time. Using teasers inspired by the city of London (for example, a 'Brick Lane' extract, a segment of a visual product, a music extract), you will consider what makes London a world city. You will go on field trips and visit relevant venues in mixed-group activities where you act as guides to your cultures and/or subject, thereby fostering collaborative learning. The module uses London to explore what may unite, rather than divide, our areas of study. Topics and trips include multicultural London, Roman London, financial London and London of fashion and music. ——— You can also choose a language module instead. Choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. |
| Global Perspectives (Spring Term) | For Language modules, please refer to the list on the course page below. Through this module’s challenges you will complete a number of practical group tasks inspired by contemporary intercultural, political and social issues, and by the concept of global citizenship. You will work with peers to propose and present solutions to dilemmas and global issues. In the first half of the term, groups will be divided based on disciplines and courses of study; in the second half, you will re-group with students from other disciplines. Throughout the collaboration, you will be asked to reflect individually, and to evaluate the benefits and limitations of specific disciplinary approaches versus the potential for creative solutions when working with students across disciplines. ——— You can also choose a language module instead. Choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. |
| Language Modules | |
| Languages (Grades 1-6) – available Autumn and Spring |
Choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level in every term. Languages provide you with tools to understand and imagine new worlds and communicate with others. Learning a language opens the door to cultures beyond your own and allows you to bridge the gap between communities and build connections for your life and your career. At Regent’s, you will learn languages differently. You will learn in a highly practical way, in order to develop skills for authentic communication. At Regent’s, you will receive individual attention in a supportive atmosphere and learn through collaboration and innovative teaching methodologies. Whether you want to start learning a new language, develop existing proficiency or prepare yourself to study abroad, these modules will help you develop a multilingual identity. |
| Advanced Language for Professionals (Grade 7) – available Autumn or Spring |
If you want to work in international or multilingual environments and you already have a higher intermediate level of Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish, this module is for you. You will learn to apply your existing language skills to the workplace and acquire the practical and linguistic tools to connect, collaborate and communicate effectively in multicultural professional settings. Learning in small groups, you will gain knowledge of the countries where the language is spoken and of their work practices and will apply that knowledge to tasks that resemble those in the workplace. You will also develop job-specific linguistic and cross-cultural skills and explore contemporary forms of communication at professional levels. Immersed in a unique classroom environment that embodies Regent’s cosmopolitan character, you will experience individual attention in a supportive atmosphere, learn through innovative teaching methodologies and develop your multilingual professional identity. |
| Business English: Professional Writing – available Autumn or Spring |
Every professional journey will benefit from enhanced writing skills allowing you to express yourself and persuade others. Classes provide opportunities to create written texts (such as work emails, letters, proposals and reports) while developing understanding of writing as a process and how to adapt writing for diverse audiences and purposes. At the same time, you will also consider the impact of choices around tone, style, formality and other key language aspects. This module offers a memorable experience of professional writing, harnessing technology use (such as digital word lists, text analysers) and formative feedback, all within a supportive classroom atmosphere. As a result, you will be ready to apply what you learn to tasks on this module in your university course or career. You may only take this module once. |
| Business English/Advanced Business English – available Autumn or Spring |
For every prospective 21st century professional, higher-level business English skills are indispensable. Whether you study acting or psychology, business or fashion design, this module will develop business English knowledge (grammar and vocabulary) and skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) at upper-intermediate and advanced levels, to enhance your fluency, persuasiveness and effectiveness as a global communicator. You may only take these module once. Classes provide opportunities to engage in motivating linguistic challenges (such as discussions, presentations and reports). You will select and introduce business topics of interest and enjoy multiple opportunities for formative feedback, all within a small group, supportive classroom atmosphere. The sessions will encourage you to reflect throughout, helping to improve confidence through tasks designed to showcase the full range of business English skills required for success in your future career. |
| Advanced Spanish through Film (Grade 8) – available Autumn or Spring | Comics, films, social media posts...we live in a multimodal world where information is conveyed through combinations of visual, written, and spatial modes. If you already have a higher intermediate level of Spanish and wish to develop an ability to understand how images are created and ‘read’, this module is for you. Through close study of a range of films and television series produced in Latin America and Spain, you will enhance your understanding of the sociocultural reality of those countries. You will become familiar with the multimodal framework and apply it to the analysis of audio-visual texts. You will also acquire practical and linguistic tools to discuss and analyse in Spanish, and with a certain level of complexity, any audio-visual product. In addition to expanding on your existing linguistic skills, this module will help you develop new and highly valuable media literacies that can be easily transferred to your subject. |
| Art History | |
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| Art in the Age of Revolution | This module traces intellectual and cultural currents in France from the Enlightenment period in the eighteenth century through Revolution to the birth of Impressionism, encompassing Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism and early Modernism. You will also be introduced to British art of the eighteenth century, where you will explore how portraiture became the dominant genre. You will also look at nineteenth century British painting to study how the Industrial Revolution was both referenced and avoided in the art of the period, studying in detail works by Turner, Constable and the Pre-Raphaelites. |
| Interpreting Art | In this module, you will explore a range of texts in order to develop your knowledge and understanding of how works of art have been written about in the past and are written about today in print and digital media. The module engages with the theories and methods used to examine art in order to develop your critical skills, communication skills and writing ability. On completing the module, you will be better able to distinguish between and critically evaluate various sources. |
| The Art Business | This module will develop your critical analysis of the world in which art is consumed. It enables you to question the ways in which works are presented and marketed, in areas in which you might choose to grow your career. You will examine art fairs, auction houses, commercial galleries, private and corporate collecting as well as the topics of sustainability and retribution. You will visit galleries, collections and auction houses in London and learn through activities with industry speakers. The module provides you with the knowledge and analytical tools to understand the complex interactions between various aspects of the art business, in the contemporary context of globalisation. |
| In Year 2, you will also choose one of the following Experiencing Industry & Entrepreneurship modules: | |
| Entrepreneurial Challenge |
Regent’s University London has been quoted as the UK university with the highest density of business founders. In this module, you will develop entrepreneurial thinking about how to grow your own or others’ entrepreneurial ideas. You will have the freedom to choose between a range of entrepreneurial challenges and explore enterprise opportunities. In doing so, you will develop your own concepts and create an entrepreneurial plan. In collaboration with others, you will develop your entrepreneurial ideas through creative thinking, research and evaluation. At the end of the module, you will pitch your idea, bringing your concepts closer to an exciting reality. If you have true ambitions to become a founder, the module will also prepare you to complete an individual entrepreneurial project in your final year. |
| Placement |
This placement module gives you the opportunity to experience industry and entrepreneurship in an external organisation. Through an immersive piece of work, either within or outside of your discipline, you will apply your knowledge and intellectual and practical skills to real life challenges to develop a critical appreciation of how an organisation operates and evolves. These insights, skills and knowledge will not only prepare you for your next level of study, but they will also help you to build the attributes required to realise your future ambitions after graduation. |
| Industry Challenge |
In this module, you will experience the challenge and pace of the world of work through a real world or live project, chosen from a menu of industry scenarios. This will give you an insight into the culture, practices and commercial contexts of an industry, field or sector within which the project is situated. The focus of this immersive experience will be on process, as you engage in team building, collaboration and project management, researching and testing concepts and presenting your concepts to address the industry challenge. The module will support your personal and professional development so that, when you move into the final year of your course, you will be equipped to complete a significant individual project of your choice. |
| You can also choose to study a term abroad: | |
| Read more about study abroad | We support and encourage our full-time students to study abroad at one of our 60+ exchange partners: the possibilities for new experiences, adventure and personal & professional growth are endless. For more information, please contact [email protected] |
| Module Title | |
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| Special Elective 1 | You can choose from: Creativity and Imagination; Being Human; Creating a Brand Identity; Why We Post: Social Media and Us; Financial Innovation and Technology; Photography Workshop; How to Think in a Post-Truth World; Understanding Human Rights; Literary London; Behind the Lens: Introduction to Media Production; Psychology of Emotions; London as Fashion Capital; Emerging Technologies: from Web3 to the Metaverse; Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite; The Power of Language in Your Life; Business Ethics; Experiencing Theatre; Understanding the Global Art Market; Inspiring Your Audience; Future Cities Now. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. |
| Special Elective 2 | You can choose from: Creativity and Imagination; Being Human; Creating a Brand Identity; Why We Post: Social Media and Us; Financial Innovation and Technology; Photography Workshop; How to Think in a Post-Truth World; Understanding Human Rights; Literary London; Behind the Lens: Introduction to Media Production; Psychology of Emotions; London as Fashion Capital; Emerging Technologies: from Web3 to the Metaverse; Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite; The Power of Language in Your Life; Business Ethics; Experiencing Theatre; Understanding the Global Art Market; Inspiring Your Audience; Future Cities Now. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. |
| Special Elective 3 or a Language | You can choose from: Creativity and Imagination; Being Human; Creating a Brand Identity; Why We Post: Social Media and Us; Financial Innovation and Technology; Photography Workshop; How to Think in a Post-Truth World; Understanding Human Rights; Literary London; Behind the Lens: Introduction to Media Production; Psychology of Emotions; London as Fashion Capital; Emerging Technologies: from Web3 to the Metaverse; Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite; The Power of Language in Your Life; Business Ethics; Experiencing Theatre; Understanding the Global Art Market; Inspiring Your Audience; Future Cities Now. — — — Or select a language module. You can choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. — — — Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list of Special Electives and Languages you can choose from. |
| Special Elective 4 or a Language | You can choose from: Creativity and Imagination; Being Human; Creating a Brand Identity; Why We Post: Social Media and Us; Financial Innovation and Technology; Photography Workshop; How to Think in a Post-Truth World; Understanding Human Rights; Literary London; Behind the Lens: Introduction to Media Production; Psychology of Emotions; London as Fashion Capital; Emerging Technologies: from Web3 to the Metaverse; Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite; The Power of Language in Your Life; Business Ethics; Experiencing Theatre; Understanding the Global Art Market; Inspiring Your Audience; Future Cities Now. — — — Or select a language module. You can choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. — — — Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list of Special Electives and Languages you can choose from. |
| Art History | |
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| Twentieth Century Modernisms | The module explores movements and practices in the twentieth century in relation to the broader concepts of Modernism. You will develop your critical and analytical skills as independent researchers and thinkers, gaining a good knowledge of relevant works in the context of historical, cultural, social and political factors. You will develop your understanding of cross-disciplinary issues relevant to Modernism, including gender and sexuality, colonialism, the ‘other’ and the self. We will focus on the spaces in which Modernist art was displayed and consumed, as well as how it has been written about. |
| Art and the Environment | This module responds directly to our ongoing climate catastrophe, tracking art’s engagement with the natural world from the fifteenth century to the present. From Alberti’s window metaphor to current debates around the Anthropocene, the natural world has been central to art’s development within and beyond the west. As scholars question whether climate change has already crossed a threshold of irreparability, this course will introduce you to the different ways in which the natural world has framed the way meaning is constructed and communicated in the visual arts. Organised around a series of key historical moments, the module will convene a diverse ensemble of geographies, temporalties and discourses. Throughout the module, you will consider how the art you encounter threads together different bodies and practices of knowledge, and you will be encouraged to explore trans- and inter-disciplinary perspectives in your own studies. |
| Major Project l |
The Major Project is the culmination of your studies. You will study Major Project I in the first term of your final year and Major Project II in the second. Each module comprises 20 credits. Together, the two modules form one project. The Major Project is a substantial piece of work, drawing on your discipline-specific and interdisciplinary learning, together with your learning about industry and entrepreneurship. You will have the freedom to design a self-directed project that reflects your interests and career aspirations. You may also choose to relate your Major Project to work you’re completing on your other final year modules. In Major Project I, you will start the term developing a proposal for your Major Project, supported by your tutors. Following your proposal, you will begin work on your Major Project, learning through individual or group supervision, workshops or studio practice, as appropriate to your project. |
| Major Project II |
Major Project II is the second Major Project module in your final year. Following the research and development you undertook in Major Project I, you will realise and complete your work in Major Project ll. The Major Project is your opportunity to apply your discipline-specific and interdisciplinary learning, together with your learning around industry and/or entrepreneurship to a topic of your choice. Through the Major Project, you can realise your ambitions as you prepare to graduate with work that illustrates your aspirations. You will learn through individual or group supervisions, workshops or studio practice, as appropriate to your project. You may also choose to relate your Major Project to the work you’re completing on your other final year modules. If you are working on an entrepreneurial project for your Major Project, you may be able to join the Founders Programme, which supports students and graduates interested in starting their own business with tailored guidance, coaching, mentoring, and access to experiential bootcamps and live events. |
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| Special Elective 1 | You can choose from: Creative Futures; Essential Leadership Skills; Brand Me; Influencer Marketing Masterclass; The Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Revolution; How to Create a Social Enterprise; How to deal with Uncertainty; Understanding the Politics of Migration; Living Religions in London; Podcasting Masterclass; Exploring Sleep and Dreaming; Material Cultures and Sustainability; Understanding Artificial Intelligence; Professional Project Management; Introduction to Environmental Law; The Art of Data Storytelling; Cyber-psychology: Understanding Digital Behaviour; Decision-making Strategies Masterclass; Creative and Professional Writing Masterclass; Global Conflict and the Arts. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. |
| Special Elective 2 | You can choose from: Creative Futures; Essential Leadership Skills; Brand Me; Influencer Marketing Masterclass; The Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Revolution; How to Create a Social Enterprise; How to deal with Uncertainty; Understanding the Politics of Migration; Living Religions in London; Podcasting Masterclass; Exploring Sleep and Dreaming; Material Cultures and Sustainability; Understanding Artificial Intelligence; Professional Project Management; Introduction to Environmental Law; The Art of Data Storytelling; Cyber-psychology: Understanding Digital Behaviour; Decision-making Strategies Masterclass; Creative and Professional Writing Masterclass; Global Conflict and the Arts. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. |
| Special Elective 3 or a Language | You can choose from: Creative Futures; Essential Leadership Skills; Brand Me; Influencer Marketing Masterclass; The Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Revolution; How to Create a Social Enterprise; How to deal with Uncertainty; Understanding the Politics of Migration; Living Religions in London; Podcasting Masterclass; Exploring Sleep and Dreaming; Material Cultures and Sustainability; Understanding Artificial Intelligence; Professional Project Management; Introduction to Environmental Law; The Art of Data Storytelling; Cyber-psychology: Understanding Digital Behaviour; Decision-making Strategies Masterclass; Creative and Professional Writing Masterclass; Global Conflict and the Arts. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. — — — Or select a language module. You can choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. — — — Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list of Special Electives and Languages you can choose from. |
| Special Elective 4 or a Language | You can choose from: Creative Futures; Essential Leadership Skills; Brand Me; Influencer Marketing Masterclass; The Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Revolution; How to Create a Social Enterprise; How to deal with Uncertainty; Understanding the Politics of Migration; Living Religions in London; Podcasting Masterclass; Exploring Sleep and Dreaming; Material Cultures and Sustainability; Understanding Artificial Intelligence; Professional Project Management; Introduction to Environmental Law; The Art of Data Storytelling; Cyber-psychology: Understanding Digital Behaviour; Decision-making Strategies Masterclass; Creative and Professional Writing Masterclass; Global Conflict and the Arts. Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list and module descriptions. — — — Or select a language module. You can choose between Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Business English – all languages are offered from beginner to advanced level. — — — Scroll to the top of the page to find a link to the complete list of Special Electives and Languages you can choose from. |
'Studying in London has afforded me access to some of the best art in the world. The connections I’ve made have opened my eyes to new careers and perspectives on art and its importance in society.’ Martha Moskowitz, Martha Moskowitz, Associate Editor at F. Schumacher & Co, Art History alumna
