BA (Hons) Photography and Fine Art [Combined] in Chester United Kingdom | University of Chester

Discover modern Fine Art through this hands-on, studio-focused program that combines practical work with essential theoretical and critical studies.

Positioning you within a current, interdisciplinary studio environment, the Fine Art curriculum offers diverse experiences. You'll acquire both practical abilities and research skills while grounding your artistic work in relevant theory. This program nurtures independent artists capable of working across various mediums or specializing in fields like painting, printmaking, textiles, digital media, or sculpture.

With approximately 75% focus on practical work, the program maintains strong connections to art history and contemporary theory, situating your creative process within modern artistic discourse.

Real-world experience comes through external placements, professional projects, and practical components. You'll utilize fully-equipped studios for painting, digital media production, sculpture, textile arts, printmaking, and metal casting. Introductory workshops build fundamental skills at Level 4, while Levels 5-6 provide dedicated studio space for artistic development.

Regular guidance comes from accomplished faculty members—active artists and researchers with national and global recognition—who bring fresh perspectives and professional insights to your Fine Art education.