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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
Autonomous University of BarcelonaThe Bachelor’s Degree in Art and Design at UAB combines applied arts, visual arts, and design disciplines. It is structured to foster creative thinking, artistic sensitivity, and professional skills. The program integrates conceptual and material knowledge, focusing on critical analysis, creative development, and real-world applications within the arts and design fields.
Key Focus Areas:
Contemporary art and design practices
Cultural and critical theory
Hands-on experimentation with materials and techniques
Project development, public dissemination, and exhibitions
Multidisciplinary collaboration and context-specific design
Unique Selling Points:
Delivered in collaboration with the prestigious Massana School of Art
Strong balance of conceptual learning and practical application
Access to specialized workshops, studios, and facilities
Opportunities for artistic and professional collaborations within Barcelona's vibrant cultural ecosystem
Year-wise Breakdown of Core Modules
Year 1: Foundations
Critical and Cultural Studies I
Current Trends in Art and Design I
Material Laboratory
Language Laboratory: Positioning and Creation Strategies
Introduction to Visual Communication
Year 2: Intermediate
Critical and Cultural Studies II
Current Trends in Art and Design II
Profession and Context
Projects: Presentation and Public Dissemination
Core Studio Practice
Year 3: Specialization
Thematic and technical workshops in chosen discipline
Advanced studio projects
Electives in design, fine art, digital media
Team-based interdisciplinary projects
Year 4: Advanced / Capstone Year
Bachelor's Degree Final Project (individual research/design/artistic project)
Professional internship or external collaboration
Final portfolio and public presentation
Seminar: Contemporary Perspectives in Art and Design
Learning and Assessment Methods
Teaching Formats:
Studio work and workshops
Seminars and lectures
Individual tutorials and critiques
Collaborative group projects
Guest lectures and artist talks
Assessment Types:
Studio-based project evaluation
Portfolio reviews
Written essays and design reports
Oral presentations and final exhibitions
Continuous assessment in coursework
Rankings
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) is ranked:
149th globally (QS World University Rankings 2024)
=183rd globally (Times Higher Education 2024)
Massana School of Art is recognized nationally for excellence in art and design education
Participation in national and international art and design exhibitions
Collaborations with museums, cultural institutions, and design companies
Access to interdisciplinary projects and art residencies
Real-world professional internships in the creative industries
Field trips to galleries, fairs, and studios
Career Paths:
Visual Artist
Graphic or Product Designer
Art Director
Illustrator or Digital Media Artist
Cultural Project Manager
Freelance Creative Professional
Employability Rate/Placement Statistics:
While specific employability data is not published, graduates benefit from strong institutional partnerships, hands-on training, and access to Barcelona’s extensive creative sector.
Postgraduate Progression:
Graduates can pursue master’s degrees in art, design, curatorial studies, visual culture, or interdisciplinary creative practice, in Spain or abroad.
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