School of Arts
A centre of excellence and creative
possibility
Be challenged and exposed to a stimulating mix of ideas and
knowledge in the immersive environment of the School of Arts. Study
options range from short courses from beginner to advanced, to
Foundation Diploma, MA and MFA.
The School has a strong practical as well as academic focus.
Those on a full-time programme will develop advanced making and
craft skills appropriate to their discipline and undertake original
theoretical and contextual research to inform practice. Short
course students will learn new skills and techniques or nurture
existing talents.
The vision of founder and Surrealist patron Edward James
connects today's students with a rich heritage of art. Students
have the opportunity to engage with site-specific subjects,
individual objects or references to the College's history relating
to Edward James, surrealism and beyond.