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BA (Honours) in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles)

Contemporary Applied Art encourages fresh ideas, inventive use of materials and techniques, and offers students the opportunity to critically engage with current practice
The course combines studio projects with practical workshop-based sessions, alongside contextual academic studies where ideas, historical reference, and making are integrated
This is an innovative interdisciplinary program with an emphasis on three main material areas, Ceramics, Glass, and Textiles, either as a chosen specialism or in combination. It offers students the opportunity to creatively develop and make objects
The emphasis is on an open and experimental exploration grounded in historical context and current critical debate about contemporary practice. This course offers a creative and playful approach to materials and idea development with a strong emphasis on practical skills, conceptual development and self-directed exploration
The delivery of this course is modular and centred on ‘thinking through making’ including skills development workshops, lectures, group seminars, tutorials, peer and independent learning

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration4 Years

1st Year Tuition Fees N/A

Fall: September 2025

Accommodation :3600.00

Food :3000.00

Personal Expenses :2400.00

Public Transport :780.00

Textbook & Materials :900.00

Utilities :360.00

Mobile Phone :240.00

Total :EUR 11280

Academic Requirements

A Level (+ GCSE O level) - Cambridge International

Minimum requirements = 6 recognised subjects, including at least two A2 Level subjects (must include English)
General Studies is not considered
Students must present A Level C in either a Laboratory Science subject, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics
Grades in the same subject in A2 and AS Level cannot be combined
Maximum of four A2 Level subjects will be considered

International Baccalaureate

3 Subsidiary Level

You must have English, Mathematics + a second language with a minimum grade of 4 at Subsidiary Level
Students will be ranked on the basis of their best six subjects from one sitting of the IB / Matriculation examination
Maths Studies is not acceptable where a Maths requirement is indicated. Students must present Maths Methods or Mathematics with a minimum score of 5 at Higher Level
If a Lab Science is required for a specific degree program, a minimum score of 5 at Higher Level is required in a Lab Science

Helpful Subjects to Have: Art, Design and Communication Graphics

Additional Requirements

Application form
Photo page of passport
School Leaving Examination Certificate/High School Certificate. Include forecast results if you have not finished your studies
English language proficiency certificate (if applicable)
CV/Resume. Include relevant technical certificates if mentioned, for example, C++, Java
Statement of purpose. C.500 words on why you wish to do the course and why you would be a suitable candidate
Portfolio

English Language Requirements

IELTS : 6.00
At least 6.0 with no section below 5.5
PTE : 59.00
At least 59 with no section below 56
TOEFL : 80.00
At least 80 - with minimum scores of: Listening – 17 Reading – 18 Speaking – 20 Writing – 17

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