Art & Philosophy BA (Hons)

Art & Philosophy brings together Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design and Philosophy at the School of Humanities. You will be taught by artists of international standing and by respected practising philosophers. The Philosophy section of the course will introduce you to advanced philosophical approaches towards contemporary issues in politics, ethics, art, film, literature and the sciences. You will have the freedom to explore and develop your own interests, at your own pace, building strong foundations for a successful career in the creative industries. You are free to explore a wide range of mediums using our high quality studio spaces to support your practice. These include: painting sculpture - including clay, plaster, metal, ceramics, and bronze casting woodworking - from picture framing to complex sculptural constructions printmaking - including etching, screenprint, lithography, and photographic processes photography - darkrooms for analogue photography and media labs for digital editing film - green screen studio for film and photography installation performance sound - sound studios Digital Makers suite for 3D and laser-cutting We offer opportunities to exhibit your work as you progress, culminating in our Degree Show in the final year. Philosophy modules introduce you to advanced philosophical approaches towards contemporary issues within art, ethics, film, literature, technology, and the sciences. Our graduates have gone on to exhibit in major international arts venues, curate groundbreaking exhibitions, and undertake significant academic research at some of the top universities in the world. Careers can include: artist arts administration curating and cultural policy making publishing writing and journalism criticism research teaching