BA Art History with Fine Art

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 55 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that entry requirements may vary across different programs and courses. Additionally, meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as the number of available places and competition for certain courses.

Aberystwyth University offers a range of scholarships and financial aid opportunities to support international students in their pursuit of higher education. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in managing their educational expenses.

International Excellence Scholarships: The International Excellence Scholarships are merit-based scholarships awarded to outstanding international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. The scholarships are competitive and provide a tuition fee reduction of up to £2,000 per year. Eligibility criteria and application procedures vary depending on the program of study.

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship is a prestigious award offered to exceptional international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the duration of the program. Students are selected based on academic achievement, personal statement, and references.

Aberystwyth International Scholarships: Aberystwyth International Scholarships are available to international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. These scholarships offer a tuition fee reduction of up to £2,000 per year. Eligibility criteria and application requirements may vary.

British Council GREAT Scholarships: Aberystwyth University participates in the British Council GREAT Scholarships program, which offers financial support to students from selected countries. These scholarships are aimed at promoting bilateral relations and educational collaboration. The availability, eligibility criteria, and application process for GREAT Scholarships may vary each year.

External Scholarships and Funding Sources: Aberystwyth University also encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. There are numerous government-funded scholarships, private foundation scholarships, and international scholarship programs available for international students pursuing studies in the UK. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external funding sources.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application deadlines may change from year to year.

Graduates of Aberystwyth University's BA program in Art History with Fine Art possess a diverse skill set that opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the arts, culture, education, and related fields.

Artist: One of the primary career paths for graduates is to pursue a career as a professional artist. They can work in various mediums such as painting, sculpture, printmaking, or digital art, creating original artworks for exhibitions, galleries, commissions, or public installations. They may also sell their work through galleries, online platforms, or art fairs.

Art Historian: Graduates may choose to work as art historians, researching, analyzing, and interpreting artworks, artists, and art movements. They can work in museums, galleries, universities, or research institutions, conducting scholarly research, curating exhibitions, writing publications, or teaching art history courses.

Curator: Another career option is to work as a curator in museums, galleries, or cultural institutions. Curators are responsible for selecting, organizing, and presenting artworks or collections for public display. They research artworks, develop exhibition concepts, coordinate loans, and engage with artists, collectors, and audiences to create meaningful exhibitions.

Arts Administrator: Graduates can pursue careers in arts administration, working for arts organizations, non-profit organizations, or cultural institutions. They may work in roles such as gallery manager, arts program coordinator, or development officer, overseeing administrative tasks, fundraising, event planning, and community outreach initiatives.

Art Educator: Some graduates may choose to work as art educators, teaching art history, studio art, or visual arts in schools, colleges, or community centers. They develop lesson plans, facilitate creative workshops, and provide guidance and support to students in exploring their artistic abilities and understanding art history.

Gallery Manager: Graduates can work as gallery managers, overseeing the operations of art galleries, commercial spaces, or exhibition venues. They manage budgets, coordinate exhibitions, liaise with artists and collectors, market artworks, and cultivate relationships with clients, buyers, and stakeholders.

Art Critic/Journalist: Graduates with strong writing and communication skills may pursue careers as art critics or journalists, writing reviews, articles, or essays on art exhibitions, artists, or art trends. They may work for newspapers, magazines, online publications, or blogs, providing insightful commentary and analysis on the art world.