Bachelor in Fda Art And Contemporary Craft

The tuition fee is 9,535 GBP per year.

This programme is anchored in the vibrant, hands-on environment of the Petroc campus in Barnstaple, designed for aspiring artists and makers who thrive in a close-knit, supportive community. By prioritizing small class sizes and individualised mentorship, the course ensures that every student receives dedicated guidance from staff who bring active industry experience directly into the studio.

Students engage with a diverse range of artistic disciplines, moving fluidly between traditional craft techniques and modern creative methodologies. The curriculum is built around the practical exploration of materials—including wood, metal, and stone—alongside rigorous theoretical analysis. A key feature of the degree is its focus on professional readiness, helping learners transition from studio-based experimentation to the commercial realities of the art world, culminating in the collaborative design and execution of a public exhibition to showcase their final bodies of work.

Integrated Professional Development

Beyond technical instruction, the programme emphasizes the 'making' of a career. Through modules dedicated to entrepreneurship, freelance practice, and industry employability, students learn to position their creative output within specific marketplaces. This holistic approach ensures that graduates leave not only with a refined portfolio of physical artefacts but also with the critical research skills, professional identity, and business acumen necessary to sustain a creative practice in the contemporary landscape.

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.