Undergraduate

BA (Hons) Fine Art: Print And Time-Based Media

Purple and black abstract print by Annabelle Shaw

College
Wimbledon College of Arts Course length
3 years UCAS code
W105

BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media at Wimbledon College of Arts combines the traditional with the contemporary.

Course not taking applications

BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media at Wimbledon is in closure and will no longer be taking applications.

If you are interested in Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media take a look at the other UAL undergraduate Fine Art courses.

The course brings together printmaking, photography, film, audio, writing, video and performance art.

Student work

Joe Sutherland - BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media
Lydia Cohen - BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media
Will Slater - BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media
Max Dovey - BA Fine Art Print and Time-Based Media

Joe Sutherland.

Chris Hopkins.

Max Dovey.

Course overview

What you can expect

Teaching from practicing artists through projects, critiques and tutorials
The chance to take part in extra-curricular activities. For example our live performance / video event Elbow Room
To explore gallery based practices. You will look at installation, artists' publications, live art, screenings, broadcasts and websites
To work with other students on film projects, print portfolios, screenings and events
To explore a wide range of contemporary art practices. Including animation, etching, performance, photography, printmaking, sound, video, writing and filmmaking in Super 8 and 16mm
A cross-course contextual studies programme. This will expand your knowledge and understanding of the wider context of fine art
To have access to Wimbledon's shared workshops. View the Wimbledon facilities

Course units

Year 1

Unit 1: Introduction to Fine Art: Painting, Sculpture, Print and Time-Based Media

Unit 2: Introduction to subject specific practice

Unit 3: Establishing subject specific practice

Unit 4: Introduction to critical practice for fine art

Year 2

Unit 5: Understanding collaborative practice

Unit 6: Developing subject specific practice part 1

Unit 7: Developing subject specific practice part 2

Unit 8: Developing contextual practice for fine art

Year 3

Unit 9: Realisation of subject specific art practices

Unit 10: Realisation of critical practice and research for fine art

Work experience and opportunities

Our students have the chance to take part in international exchanges on projects such as Bentlage print symposium and Photokina in Cologne. They have also worked on artists' projects with galleries including the Serpentine Gallery, Lux, Studio Voltaire and X Marks the Bokship.

Students can also study abroad in their second year as part of the college’s Erasmus scheme.

Learning and teaching methods

Academic skills, design thinking for textiles and other workshops
Brainstorming sessions
Briefings, tutorials and feedback
Collaborative group project work
Lectures and seminars
Library and workshop inductions
Museum, gallery and other visits
Online learning
Presentations
Research methods
Studio teaching

Assessment methods

Blogs
Essays, reports and dissertation
Final show examination
Mid-year reviews
Peer assessment
Portfolio of work
Presentation
Student self-evaluation
Tutorials

Staff

Jesse Ash - Associate Lecturer
Paul Tarrago - Associate Lecturer
Jennet Thomas - Senior Lecturer

How to apply

Opportunities for all

We are committed to making university education an achievable option for a wider range of people and to supporting all of our students in achieving their potential both during and after their courses.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. If you have a disability (e.g. mobility difficulties, sensory impairments, medical or mental health conditions or Asperger’s syndrome) we strongly encourage you to contact us on disability@arts.ac.uk or +44 (0)20 7514 6156 so that we can plan the right support for you. All enquiries are treated confidentially. To find out more, visit our Disability & Dyslexia webpages.

Entry requirements

We select students based on the quality of their applications, looking primarily at their portfolio of work, personal statements and reference.

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:

A Level - 2 A levels grade C or above
or Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4)
or Pass, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
or Pass at UAL Extended Diploma
or Access to Higher Education Diploma
or Equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications. For example - International Baccalaureate Diploma pass achieved at 24 points or above
and 3 GCSE passes grade C or above

We will also consider other evidence of prior learning and experience via Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning - AP(E)L and / or alternative qualifications assessed as offering the same level as the above requirements.

English language requirements

All classes are taught in English. If English isn't your first language you must provide evidence at enrolment of the following:

IELTS level 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking (please check our English language requirements)

Portfolio advice

Portfolios should show the following:

Clear evidence of independent study and self-initiated work
A selection of work demonstrating an interest in print or other media
An ability to be self-reflective
A range of ideas, subjects or concerns
Interest in fine art and other visual art forms

At interview and portfolio review

We look for:

An interest, commitment and motivation for studying the subject
An understanding of the subject, including examples of contemporary and historical practice
A desire to learn and an ability to investigate and develop ideas indepentdently
An ability to communicate your ideas visually, verbally and in writing
Evidence of some art making skills relevant to a students' ambitions

Making your application

Course suspended

Fees and funding

Home fee

£9,250 per year

This fee is correct for 2021/22 entry and is subject to change for 2022/23 entry. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students.

Home fees are currently charged to UK resident nationals . However, the rules are complex. Find out more about our tuition fees.

From 2021/22 entry, most EU students will be charged the International tuition fee rate, depending on your individual circumstances. If you started your course in October 2020 or earlier, you’ll continue to pay Home (UK) fees for the duration of your course. Read more advice for EU students.

International fee

£22,920 per year

This fee is correct for 2021/22 entry and is subject to change for 2022/23 entry. Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.

Students from countries outside of the UK are currently charged international fees. The rules are complex so read more about our tuition fees.

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Careers and alumni

While many Print and Time-Based Media graduates go on to pursue their own careers as artists, others have set up galleries and collectives or chosen art-related careers as curators, critics, teachers and gallery staff.

Alumni

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