Creative Arts
Study for a Degree in Creative Arts at B&FC
Turner prize nominee. Debut at London Fashion Week. Your illustration on the cover of a best-selling novel. With exciting opportunities in areas as diverse as illustration, graphic design, fashion and photography, who says you couldn't be the next Damien Hirst, Rankin or Vivienne Westwood? Here's a few reasons to study for a degree in Creative Arts:
Enhance personal and professional development
Acquire a broad range of highly valued skills
Tap into a variety of career opportunities
Influence culture and societal trends
Pursue your passion and find meaningful work
Degree-level Courses on Offer
| Course Title | Start Date | Day(s) | Duration |
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| Fine Art - HNC | 07/09/26 | Mon, Tue & Wed | 1 Year |
| Fine Art - HND | 07/09/26 | Tue, Wed & Thur | 1 Year |
| Fashion, Textile and Costume - HNC | 07/09/26 | Tue, Wed & Thur | 1 Year |
| Fashion, Textile and Costume - HND | 07/09/26 | Wed, Thur & Fri | 1 Year |
| Illustration and Visual Communication - HNC | 07/09/26 | Tue, Wed & Thur | 1 Year |
| Illustration and Visual Communication - HND | 07/09/26 | Tue, Wed & Thur | 1 Year |
| Photography - HNC | 07/09/26 | Mon, Tue & Wed | 1 Year |
| Photography - HND | 07/09/26 | Wed, Thur & Fri | 1 Year |
| Creative Practice - BA Hons Degree (Top Up) | 07/09/26 | Thur & Fri | 1 Year |
| Graphic Design and Digital Media - Certificate of Higher Education | 07/09/26 | Tue, Wed & Thur | 1 Year |
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Access to state-of-the-art equipment and studios
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Tutors with extensive industry experience in the creative and digital industries
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A stunning public gallery space enabling students to exhibit their excellent work
Affording your Course
We know that people are concerned about the costs associated with studying for a degree and also if having a degree will be worth it once they graduate. Here are just a few things to think about before you make a final decision.
- There really is nothing to pay up front if you are a UK resident and haven't previously completed an equivalent degree-level qualification
- You can get a tuition fee loan to cover course fees and repayments don't kick in until after you graduate and are earning at least £25K
- Even when you're earning £30,000, the repayments are only £37.50 per month - about the same cost as an average takeaway for two
- Eligible students can also get help towards living and childcare costs and there are other bursaries and grants you can apply for
- What's more, according to a recent report. graduates, on average, earn approximately £5K more than their non-graduate counterparts. That's around £300 extra per month
"I'm actually better off doing my degree than I was doing a part-time job. If I'd realised how much financial support was available, I wouldn't have put off doing a degree for so long. I'm absolutely loving it and my job prospects are already so much better."
- Yvonne, Degree-level Student
"The tutors here are all amazing. It's actually such a great place to be, the environment is so nice. It's welcoming, it's warm, everyone gets along really well."
- Katie
Student Case Study - Alexia
Why did you decide to study this qualification?
I decided to study this qualification as I've always been interested in fashion and wanted to expand my skills and learn new techniques.
Why did you choose B&FC?
I chose B&FC as I had previously studied an art course here and felt comfortable when being interviewed by my future tutor she made me feel very welcomed and helped ease my nerves.
What have been the benefits of studying here?
One of the main benefits of studying here are the great resources. I have been able to learn how to use all the different sewing machines and other industry focused equipment which is an excellent basis for my future career.
What are you hoping to do in the future?
In the future I hope to have my own brand selling my custom designed and produced garments. I am working towards a professional level in my sewing skills and am also learning how to build a website.
Tutor Profile - Angy Young
Qualifications:
MA in Fashion Innovation, PGCE
Industry Background:
Throughout my academic career I have also worked as a freelance designer/maker and as a collaborator on collections which have featured at London and Paris Fashion Weeks. More recently, I started CONVERT, a range of trend-led sustainable clothing.
Area of Expertise:
Fashion Design and Production, Couture Finishing, Pattern Cutting, Sustainability, Costume Design.
Enjoys teaching at B&FC because:
Seeing students fulfil their creative potential and produce outstanding collections at the end of their course never fails to impress and inspire me.
Learning Support Available
We offer a range of services to support you across all areas of student life, with specialist support available for students with disabilities.
- Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs)
- One-to-one and group learning support sessions
- Pre-degree preparation workshops
- IT Support
What's Next?
Explore our Creative Arts courses above.
Check out our Prospectus for Degrees.
Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.
Visit our Admissions: Higher Education page - here you can find more information on our Admission process, Accomodation, Policies & Procedures, Entry requirements, Scholarship & Bursaries and FAQs.
Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions about degree-level study in Creative Arts at B&FC.