Art & Design

Art & Design

At the University of Bedfordshire we know that great creative spaces inspire great creative ideas. Our School of Art and Design embodies both the buzz of a commercial studio and the intimacy of an artist's garret. We create together at Bedfordshire, inspired by the industrial heritage of our home, and through the innovation of our internationally recognised team.

Careers

We pride ourselves on running inspiring and engaging courses which develop creative thinking as a key to the world of work. Courses are designed with employability in mind: real-world projects, professional practice and work placements provide you with an excellent foundation for your future career. We also have strong creative partnerships with local commerce and London based art and design organisations.

Q&A

Dr Carlota Larrea

Head of the School of Art & Design

What makes Bedfordshire’s courses different to those at other universities?

The School of Art & Design is dedicated in providing an art school experience where creatives can study their subject and develop their future. Our focus is on learning through making, exploring ideas, materials and processes, finding solutions and posing questions. We are committed, gracious and supportive. We believe in community, partnership, regeneration, social mobility, equality, diversity, inclusion, internationalisation and positivity. In a world of individualised digital experiences, we believe that the embodied physical experience of studying a creative subject alongside others in a dedicated studio environment is the best way to find your way.

Did you know?

Studying in the School of Art & Design will give you personal access to a creative community and team of successful practitioners and academics who regularly publish, design and exhibit nationally and internationally, in art and design and the creative industries.

Courses

Art & Design MA Art & Design with Data Analytics MA Art & Design with Project Management MA 32 33 33

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Research Degrees in the Research Institute for Media, 119 Arts & Performance (RIMAP) MA/MPhil/PhD Secondary Art & Design PGCE 82

For more information on any of the courses visit: beds.ac.uk/pg-study For up-to-date information on part-time study options see: beds.ac.uk/part-time

Key facts

 October, February  Alexon building, Luton campus  1 year full-time (options available: part-time day)  UK/EU/International students  Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.

As a graduate from an art and design discipline, you will find that this course balances the practical – exploring and developing your own art and design work – with a strong culture of research. You will develop essential career management skills, such as managing your learning and development, together with specialist skills chosen from: advertising design; animation; graphic design; fashion; fine art; illustration; interior design or interior architecture; photography; motion graphics and interactive design.

Key features

• Study with staff who are established tutors and practitioners in your chosen field and who place emphasis on your personal creative development • Benefit from access to a lively, creative studio space and excellent facilities including print making, technical and digital media such as image processing software, moving image software, high definition video equipment and high quality photo equipment, screen-printing and materials workshops

Career opportunities

The course will equip you with the skills required to enable you to establish your creative practice at a professional level, working as an independent artist or designer. Enter into art and design small and large enterprises including: museums; galleries; advertising and design agencies.

Areas of study may include:

• Art and Design major project • Contemporary issues: art and design • Historical contexts: art and design • Studio and professional practice

To find out more contact: Dr Janet Emmanuel t: +44 (0)1582 489361 e: janet.emmanuel@beds.ac.uk

Beth Holden

Art & Design MA “The facilities at Alexon can’t be faulted. I would also recommend the University because of the amazing opportunities it has to offer outside of your course such as travelling, career and job opportunities, workshops in new technologies and the chance to experience and engage in other areas of study.”

Key facts

 October, February  Alexon building, Luton campus  2 years full-time (options available: part-time day)  UK/EU/International students  Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.

This course gives you the flexibility to develop your own practice, whilst working on cross-disciplinary projects and building a research and practice portfolio. The MA provides an exciting environment to develop your personal practice supported by established practitioner/tutors in your chosen field. The data analytics units cover a wide range of topics including programming, databases, security, project management and computer networking, giving you both the underpinning theory and the ability to apply it to complex real-world problems, as well as an awareness of emerging technologies and developments.

Key features

• An exciting environment where you can develop your personal practice supported by established practitioners in your chosen field • Study with staff who are established tutors and practitioners in your chosen field and who place emphasis on your personal creative development

Career opportunities

You could progress on to working directly within contemporary arts in galleries, group shows, or craft and enterprise. Alternative careers related to art and design practice include: teaching; art administration; art promotion; and community arts projects. You will also have the opportunity for further study at Doctoral level.

Areas of study may include:

• Contemporary issues: art and design • Data modelling, management and governance • Historical contexts: art and design • Studio practice and research

To find out more contact: Dr Janet Emmanuel t: +44 (0)1582 489361 e: janet.emmanuel@beds.ac.uk Key facts

 October, February  Alexon building, Luton campus  2 years full-time (options available: part-time day)  UK/EU/International students  Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.

This course gives you the flexibility to develop your own practice, whilst working on cross-disciplinary projects and building a research and practice portfolio. The MA provides an exciting environment for you to develop your personal practice and project management skills supported by established practitioner/tutors in your chosen field. As part of the course you will have the opportunity to take part in course visits to artist studios, external lectures and exhibitions. You will also engage with art and design practitioners and clients through participation in live briefs, talks and workshops from visiting speakers.

Key features

• An exciting environment where you can develop your personal practice whilst working on cross-disciplinary projects and building a research and practice portfolio • Study with staff who are established tutors and practitioners in your chosen field and who place emphasis on your personal creative development

Career opportunities

You could progress on to working directly within contemporary arts in galleries; group shows; or craft and enterprise. Other careers related to art and design practice include: teaching; art administration; art promotion; and community arts projects. You will also have the opportunity for further study at Doctoral level.

Areas of study may include:

• Contemporary issues: art and design • Historical contexts: art and design • Personal professional development • Project management • Studio and professional practice

To find out more contact: Dr Janet Emmanuel t: +44 (0)1582 489361 e: janet.emmanuel@beds.ac.uk