Fine Art Mixed Media BA Honours (PART-TIME DAY)

At the University of Westminster, the Fine Art Mixed Media BA Honours (Part-Time Day) programme is designed to immerse students in hands-on, practical learning that goes beyond traditional studio work. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills across multiple disciplines—sculpture, painting, moving image, performance, photography, sound, and more—while being guided by internationally recognised practising artists. The course emphasizes creativity, experimentation, and personal growth, giving you the freedom to negotiate your own programme of study and explore your individual artistic voice. You’ll benefit from a rich learning environment where studio work, technical workshops, gallery visits, and interdisciplinary collaboration all combine to prepare you for a professional career in the arts.

Experiential learning at Westminster is highly structured to ensure practical engagement and industry readiness, with opportunities such as:

• Dedicated Studio Space – Your own fine art studio throughout the course to experiment and develop your practice.

• Specialist Facilities – Access to professional darkrooms, photographic green screens, film studios, moving image editing suites, 3D workshops, digital facilities, and traditional printmaking areas.

• Technical Support – Guidance from experienced staff in using advanced tools and equipment.

• Workshops and Tutorials – Individual and group tutorials, crits, and hands-on workshops to refine your skills.

• Exhibitions – Regular opportunities to exhibit your work, culminating in the degree show at the Ambika P3 Gallery in central London.

• Field Trips – Optional visits in the UK and abroad, including past trips to New York, Berlin, the Venice Biennale, and the Kassel documenta.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Work alongside students from film, photography, music, fashion, and journalism for a broad creative perspective.

• Professional Practice Modules – Gain direct experience through placements and project-based learning within the creative industries.

• Library and Research Resources – Access to extensive resources to support contextual studies and research projects.

This combination of personal studio work, technical expertise, professional practice, and exposure to the global art scene ensures that you graduate ready to make your mark in contemporary fine art.

Graduates from this program emerge as confident, versatile artists ready to make their mark in the contemporary art world: you could see yourself thriving as a professional fine artist, gallery curator, or arts educator. The course equips you with both creative independence and practical skills, positioning you for a wide range of career pathways:

• Careers & Employability Support: The university’s dedicated Careers and Employability Service offers one-on-one guidance, portfolio reviews, and networking events with industry professionals to help you secure roles in the creative sector.

• Employment outcomes & earnings: Graduates from Westminster’s art programs report strong employability, with early career salaries typically ranging between £25,000–£32,000, depending on industry placement and role.

• Industry partnerships: Collaborations with London galleries and cultural organizations provide real-world experience, exhibitions, and project opportunities, including the chance to showcase work at the renowned Ambika P3 gallery.

• Accreditation & long-term value: The degree is highly respected in the arts and creative industries, recognized for its emphasis on experimental practice, professional experience, and interdisciplinary innovation.

• Graduation outcomes: Alumni progress into professional studios, gallery management, arts education, and creative project leadership, equipped with a portfolio that demonstrates both skill and originality.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your BA, you could pursue postgraduate study such as an MA in Fine Art, MA in Contemporary Art Practice, or specialized creative pathways in curatorial studies, art therapy, or digital media, enhancing both your professional opportunities and artistic expertise.