School of the Arts

Programme content

The programme provides an opportunity to study Studio Ceramics in depth, to advance individual skills, knowledge and understanding in creative, practical, and technical aspects of the subject within a workshop and studio environment.

We offer well equipped studios with a wide range of gas, electric, oil, and wood fired (anagama) kilns, salt firing and raku are also accommodated, and an outdoor (covered) area for experimental firing processes and kiln building. There is a well stocked glaze laboratory and raw materials storage and equipment for the composition and processing of all types of clay body and glazes.

As an artist and maker you will be challenged to examine and extend your own practice, to develop your knowledge and critical understanding of the subject and its history, and to apply it in the wider professional context.

Core modules

Semester 1

• Challenging Traditions - New Practice
• Material and Process Research
• Research Methods and Methodologies

Semester 2

• Practice, Research & Entrepreneurial Skills
• Context and Practice

Summer/Semester 3

• Final Project

Assessment

Assessment is continuous and based on an appraisal of studio outcomes, related visual and technical research, written material, and professional and entrepreneurial skills in relation to the final project outcome(s). All students submit a Final Project Report.

Entry qualification

Candidates will normally be required to hold a mimimum Upper Second class honours degree, but exceptional circumstances will also be considered (for instance, an honours degree in an aligned subject or appropriate additional work experience).

Application

All candidates should submit an application form, an electronic PDF portfolio of recent work, and a 1000 word supporting statement contextualising their practice.