Ceramics & Glass

Arts University Plymouth is a compact, creative-focused institution that offers an immersive environment for students pursuing art, design, film and creative industries. With a small student community of roughly 1,100, the university provides studio-based learning, close faculty mentorship and opportunities to develop a compelling professional portfolio. The intimate scale supports intensive practical work and peer collaboration essential for creative development.

Curricula prioritize hands-on skills, critique-led development and industry engagement, with workshops, digital labs and specialist equipment available to students. The university connects learners with local and international creative partners, facilitating internships, live briefs and showcase events that translate studio practice into real-world experience. Faculty and visiting practitioners bring contemporary industry perspectives to teaching and assessment.

Students benefit from career-focused support, portfolio guidance and routes into graduate study or creative employment. International applicants find a welcoming atmosphere, guidance on practical arrangements and opportunities to join interdisciplinary projects that expand creative networks. For aspiring artists and designers who value focused, practice-led study and professional readiness, Arts University Plymouth offers a practical and supportive setting to grow creative skills and launch a career.

The Ceramics & Glass program is a one-year non-degree course that teaches students about ceramics and glass through hands-on learning. It's taught in English at Arts University Plymouth and helps students develop technical skills and creative confidence. The program prepares students for a sustainable career in design and making.

The curriculum includes specialized studios for ceramics and hot glass, as well as access to the Fab Lab South West. Students learn traditional and contemporary techniques, and they're encouraged to collaborate and experiment with designer/makers and industry professionals. They develop skills in creativity and craftsmanship.

Graduates can pursue further studies or enter the creative industry as ceramic artists, glassmakers, craft designers, or makers. They can exhibit their work, participate in craft fairs, and develop entrepreneurial skills to market their creations globally. This program also opens pathways to advanced studies in related fields.