Course General Description

A fine art degree course at Teesside University provides studio-based learning that allows you to specialise in painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and/or new media. You have open access to all media workshops to develop your personally defined project themes. Lectures, seminars and studio-based critique raise ideas and themes to explore the shifting status of beauty in visual culture and contemporary practice. You work with visiting artists, curators and writers who share their expertise during lectures and give direct tutorial support to your individual research projects. Designed as an epic creative journey which, as well as producing a strong academic basis for the future, will live in your imagination for the rest of your life. At the heart of this course is the understanding that this is a huge personal adventure during which you test, unearth and begin to shape a voice that will be your creative foundation for the future. The degree is underpinned by a visiting artist talk series, MIMA Mondays, where all academics and students gather to plan and co-develop projects and MIMA’s Community Day (Thursdays) where you are supported to connect with a broader public. You are invited to undertake an international learning experience alongside a series of national opportunities as well as exhibit.

School General Description

Teesside University generates and applies knowledge that contributes to the economic, social and cultural success of students, partners and the communities we serve. Through education enriched by research, innovation, and engagement with business and the professions, we transform lives and economies. Teesside 2020 sets out a new vision for the University that raises the aspiration and ambition of Teesside University to be an international university at the heart of the Tees Valley with a reputation for academic excellence.

Values At Teesside University we seek to enhance the experience of all our students, staff and external partners by:

Delivering excellence in learning, research and enterprise Empowering individuals and teams to enhance their contribution to the University Fostering creativity, enterprise and innovation Embracing diversity and actively opposing prejudice Communicating openly, honestly and respectfully at all times Committing to sustainability and the protection of our environment Taking responsibility and demonstrating leadership.