Fine Art

The Slade School of Fine Art is concerned with contemporary art and the practice, history and theories that inform it. It approaches the study and practice of art in an investigative, experimental and research-oriented way, contributing to the lively discourses of contemporary art, nationally and internationally.

You will work alongside students studying on the BA or BFA in Fine Art and specialise in painting, sculpture or fine art media (which includes electronic media, photography, print, film and video, and sound). All Slade staff are actively involved in research and teaching and have a diverse range of interests and expertise. In addition to extensive academic facilities, UCL's central London location enables easy access to world-class galleries, museums, libraries, theatres and cultural institutions.

You are expected to be highly motivated and able to work independently under the guidance of your personal tutor. Each subject area provides a focused environment in which to address the practice and theory of the subject. Students benefit from a programme of seminars, visiting artists, gallery visits and workshops in addition to tutorials, and can opt to take a history and theory of art course.

Studio work is assessed at the end of your studies and those following a history and theory of art course submit a course essay(s) for assessment.