Overview

The Painting programme at Arts University Bournemouth provides an expansive and inclusive arena for artists to develop their creative practice at a postgraduate level. This course is dedicated to supporting both artistic and professional growth through a rigorous exploration of contemporary painting techniques and theories.

Why Painting at Arts University Bournemouth?

Students benefit from a professional studio culture and innovative teaching methods led by experienced practitioners. The university provides access to high-quality resources and facilities, including the Innovation Studio and TheGallery, which host various exhibitions. Learning is enriched through individual tutorials, group critiques, and a regular schedule of artist and alumni talks that connect students with the wider creative industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 19950 per year
National fee: GBP 9975 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to enhance critical thinking and practical skills through diverse learning activities. Modules may include:

Painting
Critical Thinking
Professional Awareness
Practical Workshops
Artist and Alumni Presentations
Online Seminars

Careers with Painting

Graduates from this programme are prepared for various roles within the global arts sector. The course focuses on building the confidence and professional skills required to sustain a career as a practicing artist. Alumni have successfully showcased their work in immersive exhibitions and galleries, such as the Lighthouse in Poole, and many continue to contribute to the contemporary art world through exhibitions and residency programmes.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The painted language (Materials, methods, contexts.) - Assignments in The Painted Language are aimed at decoding three key areas of your making: the theories, debates and situating of practice; the technical considerations and processes involved in the expanded field of painting; the relationship to modes of making that is the personal dynamic.

Everything in its wrong place (Explore, enquire, elucidate.) - This unit provides an opportunity to explore and articulate your painting practice, through focused research, professional engagement, active dialogue and studio practice.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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More details

Early applications are encouraged to allow time to organise accommodation and arrange a visa (if required) before enrolment.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Visual Arts Fine Arts Painting & Drawing View 97 other Masters in Fine Arts in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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92

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70

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will usually have BA (Hons) Degree graded at 2.1 or above, or an equivalent UK or international qualification in your chosen subject or a related discipline.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19950 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9975 GBP / year

≈ 9975 GBP / year

Living costs

Bournemouth

United Kingdom

700 - 1000 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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