Bachelor in Painting, Drawing & Printmaking

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 Bachelor in Painting, Drawing & Printmaking at Arts University Plymouth is a 3-year degree for students who want to master traditional and contemporary art techniques. It helps students develop their unique creative voice.

The curriculum includes hands-on workshops, technical demonstrations, and opportunities to showcase work in professional exhibitions. Students learn painting, drawing, and printmaking skills in expansive studios.

Graduates can become professional artists, gallery curators, art teachers, community arts workers, or art therapists. They can work in galleries, schools, or community organizations.