Fine Art / English Literature

The fine art and english literature degree at aberystwyth university focuses on integrating traditional skills with contemporary theory and practice to produce first-class fine art students. we place drawing at the heart of the student experience in light of the recent revival of interest in traditional drawing skills; our school of art is at the vanguard of contemporary art education. you will also follow the core syllabus for english literature meaning you will complete you degree with a great combination of skills and competences.

Many of our graduates are successful writers in the fields of: • fiction • non-fiction • poetry • screen-writing • radio • theatre. some of our graduates have discovered other successful career options in the following fields: • publishing • editing • journalism • marketing and communications teaching. as well as establishing careers as practising artists, some of our graduates have become employees of the following organisations: • design council • arts council • tate gallery • victoria and albert museum • royal academy of arts • carlton television • the observer • saachi gallery • damien hirst • bbc • viz magazine • royal collections trust.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in Wales have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Aberystwyth University has partnerships with the following companies: