Art and Design courses
Learn from practising artists and designers, gain new skills in our specialist workshops and shape your unique creative identity. As a student at BSU, you'll also have free access to Adobe Creative Cloud, giving you the tools to create striking portfolios, showreels and so much more.
#2 in the South West
and #14 in the UK for Continuation in Art and Design (Complete University Guide, 2024)
#2 in the South West
and #21 in the UK for Graduate Prospects "On Track" in Art and Design (Complete University Guide, 2024)
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Our courses
Available in clearing
Architecture
BA (Hons)
![Aerial drone view of The Circus street in Bath, Somerset, UK](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/architecture/bath-circus-adobe.jpeg)
Develop the fundamental design and collaborative skills needed to respond to evolving social, technological, and environmental issues in the built environment.
Related careers:
- Architectural practice
- Design
- Construction
- Creative industries
Available in clearing
Creative Arts Practice
BA (Hons)
![2D artwork by Sai Murai](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/cap-2d-sai-murai-darkened.jpg)
Explore, innovate and push boundaries with this stimulating contemporary arts degree.
Related careers:
- Artist / maker / designer
- Curation, heritage, galleries and museums
- Education and research
- Arts administration and management
- Creative industries
Available in clearing
Fashion Design
BA (Hons)
![Three models wearing geometric patterned clothing](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/fashion/backstage-sarah-carter-2017-ba-fashion-design.jpg)
A fast-paced, dynamic and demanding course for determined and ambitious individuals who want a career in fashion.
Related careers:
- Freelance / in-house designer
- Design consultancy
- Pattern cutting
- Forecasting
- Styling
- Buying
- Product development
- Technical designer
Available in clearing
Fashion Photography
BA (Hons)
![Stylish woman with hair buns poses against blurred background](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/fashion-photography-adobe.jpeg)
Explore, challenge and define the role of the photographic image in fashion.
Related careers:
- Photography
- Studio management
- Photographic styling
- Freelancing
- Creative industries
Fine Art
BA (Hons)
![An colorful art installation](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/fine-art/amber-ward-fine-art-masthead.jpg)
A studio-centred fine arts degree, encouraging independent enquiry and delivered by practising artists.
Related careers:
- Self-employment
- Curation
- Education
- Conservation
- Art therapy
Available in clearing
Graphic Design
BA (Hons)
![Graphic designer working on an illustration tablet](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/illustration-tablet-adobe.jpeg)
Develop works across print, screen and interactive media, and gain the full range of skills you need to thrive in the creative industries.
Related careers:
- Graphic design
- Art directing
- Illustration
- Animation
- Interactive media design
Available in clearing
Interior Design
BA (Hons)
![Scandinavian, mid-century home interior](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/interior-design-adobe.jpeg)
Find new uses for existing spaces and learn to communicate your ideas through drawing, CAD and model-making.
Related careers:
- Space planner
- Colour consultant
- 3D model maker / visualiser
- Theatre / TV / film set designer
- Exhibition / lighting / furniture designer
- Project manager
- Visual merchandising designer
- Journalist
- Art and design teacher / lecturer
- Stage / production designer
Available in clearing
Photography
BA (Hons)
![Student working in a darkroom](/media/bathspaacuk/be-bath-spa/campuses/Photography-darkroom-with-staff.jpg)
Engage with photography in an experimental, creative and critical environment.
Related careers:
- Photography
- Photojournalism
- Art direction
- Studio management
- Editorial design
- Advertising
- Curation
Available in clearing
Product and Furniture Design
BA (Hons)
![A hand places a white candle into an orange candle stick holder.](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/product-and-furniture-design/Maggie-David-1.jpeg)
Become a creative and versatile designer who is able to turn your ideas into high quality products.
Related careers:
- Product design
- Furniture making
- Design consultancy
- Manufacturing research and development
- Human-centred design
- Exhibition and installation design
- Interior design
- Interaction and user experience (UX)
- Service design
- Research and trend forecasting
- Marketing, sales and promotion
Available in clearing
Architecture
BA (Hons)
![Aerial drone view of The Circus street in Bath, Somerset, UK](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/architecture/bath-circus-adobe.jpeg)
Develop the fundamental design and collaborative skills needed to respond to evolving social, technological, and environmental issues in the built environment.
Related careers:
- Architectural practice
- Design
- Construction
- Creative industries
Available in clearing
Creative Arts Practice
BA (Hons)
![2D artwork by Sai Murai](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/cap-2d-sai-murai-darkened.jpg)
Explore, innovate and push boundaries with this stimulating contemporary arts degree.
Related careers:
- Artist / maker / designer
- Curation, heritage, galleries and museums
- Education and research
- Arts administration and management
- Creative industries
Available in clearing
Fashion Design
BA (Hons)
![Three models wearing geometric patterned clothing](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/fashion/backstage-sarah-carter-2017-ba-fashion-design.jpg)
A fast-paced, dynamic and demanding course for determined and ambitious individuals who want a career in fashion.
Related careers:
- Freelance / in-house designer
- Design consultancy
- Pattern cutting
- Forecasting
- Styling
- Buying
- Product development
- Technical designer
Available in clearing
Fashion Photography
BA (Hons)
![Stylish woman with hair buns poses against blurred background](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/fashion-photography-adobe.jpeg)
Explore, challenge and define the role of the photographic image in fashion.
Related careers:
- Photography
- Studio management
- Photographic styling
- Freelancing
- Creative industries
Fine Art
BA (Hons)
![An colorful art installation](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/fine-art/amber-ward-fine-art-masthead.jpg)
A studio-centred fine arts degree, encouraging independent enquiry and delivered by practising artists.
Related careers:
- Self-employment
- Curation
- Education
- Conservation
- Art therapy
Available in clearing
Graphic Design
BA (Hons)
![Graphic designer working on an illustration tablet](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/illustration-tablet-adobe.jpeg)
Develop works across print, screen and interactive media, and gain the full range of skills you need to thrive in the creative industries.
Related careers:
- Graphic design
- Art directing
- Illustration
- Animation
- Interactive media design
Available in clearing
Interior Design
BA (Hons)
![Scandinavian, mid-century home interior](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/design/interior-design-adobe.jpeg)
Find new uses for existing spaces and learn to communicate your ideas through drawing, CAD and model-making.
Related careers:
- Space planner
- Colour consultant
- 3D model maker / visualiser
- Theatre / TV / film set designer
- Exhibition / lighting / furniture designer
- Project manager
- Visual merchandising designer
- Journalist
- Art and design teacher / lecturer
- Stage / production designer
Available in clearing
Photography
BA (Hons)
![Student working in a darkroom](/media/bathspaacuk/be-bath-spa/campuses/Photography-darkroom-with-staff.jpg)
Engage with photography in an experimental, creative and critical environment.
Related careers:
- Photography
- Photojournalism
- Art direction
- Studio management
- Editorial design
- Advertising
- Curation
Available in clearing
Product and Furniture Design
BA (Hons)
![A hand places a white candle into an orange candle stick holder.](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/product-and-furniture-design/Maggie-David-1.jpeg)
Become a creative and versatile designer who is able to turn your ideas into high quality products.
Related careers:
- Product design
- Furniture making
- Design consultancy
- Manufacturing research and development
- Human-centred design
- Exhibition and installation design
- Interior design
- Interaction and user experience (UX)
- Service design
- Research and trend forecasting
- Marketing, sales and promotion
Unlock new possibilities at Locksbrook
“A rewarding and positive environment”
The determination and passion that the students have at Bath Spa University is inspiring. It is such a rewarding and positive environment to study.
Jordan Wright, BA (Hons) Graphic Design
Why choose Bath Spa University?
![Exterior of a period factory building with modern glazing design, flanked by mature willows, with students in the outdoor seating area](/media/bathspaacuk/be-bath-spa/campuses/locksbrook-campus/locksbrook-campus-2.jpeg)
You’ll be based at Locksbrook Campus in Bath’s industrial area near the river Avon. Our award-winning building cleverly incorporates modern touches into a Grade II listed space.
![Litho print of bike in green ink](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/school-of-design/bike-print-1.jpg)
Access the full Adobe Creative Suite, work in our studio spaces, and experiment in our on-site workshops, where you can explore techniques in disciplines such as ceramics and metalwork, with support from our technical demonstrators.
![Two students in their shared kitchen, chatting over a cup of tea](/media/bath-spa-venues/house-and-grounds/accommodation-students-chris-wakefield-1.jpeg)
Keen to enjoy the best that Bath has to offer? The nearest accommodation to Locksbrook Campus is:
![](/media/bathspaacuk/students/student-finance/Cost-of-living-masthead-2-1500x1000.jpg)
From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.
![A happy student graduating from university](/media/bathspaacuk/blog/Opportunity-3-4.jpg)
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.
![Four students walking on campus with mature trees in background](/media/bathspaacuk/marketing-campaigns/student-on-campus-chris-wakefield.jpeg)
Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.
![A Student Ambassador helps a visitor at an Open Day](/media/bathspaacuk/marketing-campaigns/open-day-newton-park.jpg)
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
- Meet our students and staff
- Tour our facilities and accommodation
- Learn more about your chosen course
![Exterior of a period factory building with modern glazing design, flanked by mature willows, with students in the outdoor seating area](/media/bathspaacuk/be-bath-spa/campuses/locksbrook-campus/locksbrook-campus-2.jpeg)
You’ll be based at Locksbrook Campus in Bath’s industrial area near the river Avon. Our award-winning building cleverly incorporates modern touches into a Grade II listed space.
![Litho print of bike in green ink](/media/bathspaacuk/courses/art/school-of-design/bike-print-1.jpg)
Access the full Adobe Creative Suite, work in our studio spaces, and experiment in our on-site workshops, where you can explore techniques in disciplines such as ceramics and metalwork, with support from our technical demonstrators.
![Two students in their shared kitchen, chatting over a cup of tea](/media/bath-spa-venues/house-and-grounds/accommodation-students-chris-wakefield-1.jpeg)
Keen to enjoy the best that Bath has to offer? The nearest accommodation to Locksbrook Campus is:
![](/media/bathspaacuk/students/student-finance/Cost-of-living-masthead-2-1500x1000.jpg)
From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.
![A happy student graduating from university](/media/bathspaacuk/blog/Opportunity-3-4.jpg)
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.
![Four students walking on campus with mature trees in background](/media/bathspaacuk/marketing-campaigns/student-on-campus-chris-wakefield.jpeg)
Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.
![A Student Ambassador helps a visitor at an Open Day](/media/bathspaacuk/marketing-campaigns/open-day-newton-park.jpg)
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
- Meet our students and staff
- Tour our facilities and accommodation
- Learn more about your chosen course