Fine Art Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

BA (Hons) Fine Art is designed for artists who want to explore ideas boldly, experiment across materials and disciplines, and develop a confident, independent practice. From your first weeks in the studio to your final year exhibition, you’ll be supported to take creative risks, refine your thinking and build work that reflects your artistic identity. \
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You’ll learn through hands-on studio practice, specialist workshops and exhibition making, gaining real experience of presenting your work to audiences. Studying in the historic home of Manchester School of Art places you at the heart of a vibrant creative city, connecting your learning to contemporary art, collaboration and future focused projects. You’ll graduate with a strong portfolio, professional confidence and transferable skills that open doors across the creative industries and beyond.

Features and benefits

* Globally recognised: We are ranked in the top 100 schools for art and design in the world (QS World Rankings 2026).

* Define your practice: You’ll shape your own artistic direction by exploring painting, print media, sculpture and time-based art. We’ll encourage you to experiment, combine approaches and investigate new ways of working helping you develop a distinctive practice.

* Specialist facilities: Study in Grosvenor West, the historic home of Manchester School of Art, newly refurbished with extensive studios. You’ll also have access to technical workshops such as ceramics, metalwork and hot glass.

* Creative connections: You'll have the chance to collaborate with organisations across Manchester’s cultural scene. Previously, students have worked with Manchester Art Gallery, HOME MCR, Aviva Studios and artist-led spaces such as Castlefield Gallery and Paradise Works.