BA (Hons) 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 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 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 meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Fine Art program at Liverpool Hope University possess a diverse skill set that prepares them for various career opportunities in the art world and beyond. 

Professional Artist: Graduates can pursue careers as professional artists, creating and exhibiting their own artwork in galleries, museums, art fairs, and alternative spaces. They may work in diverse mediums, including painting, sculpture, installation, video art, performance art, and digital media, and develop their unique artistic style and voice.

Gallery/Museum Curator: Graduates may work as gallery or museum curators, organizing exhibitions, acquiring artworks, and managing collections for cultural institutions. They can research art movements, select artwork for display, and collaborate with artists, collectors, and other stakeholders to create engaging and thought-provoking exhibitions that contribute to public discourse and cultural enrichment.

Art Educator/Teacher: Graduates can pursue careers as art educators or teachers, working in schools, colleges, universities, or community organizations to teach art classes and workshops. They can inspire and mentor aspiring artists, facilitate creative expression, and foster critical thinking skills through hands-on artmaking, art history, and art theory lessons.

Arts Administrator: Graduates may work in arts administration, managing arts organizations, galleries, or cultural nonprofits. They can oversee budgets, coordinate exhibitions and events, develop marketing strategies, and liaise with artists, patrons, and funding bodies to support the growth and sustainability of the arts sector.

Art Therapist: Graduates can work as art therapists, using artmaking as a therapeutic tool to help individuals explore and express emotions, improve self-awareness, and enhance psychological well-being. They may work in hospitals, mental health clinics, schools, or community centers, providing art therapy sessions for individuals or groups facing mental health challenges or trauma.

Freelance Artist/Creative Entrepreneur: Graduates can establish their own freelance art practice or creative business, selling artwork, accepting commissions, and collaborating with clients on custom projects. They can leverage digital platforms, social media, and online marketplaces to promote their work, reach a wider audience, and build a sustainable career as independent artists or creative entrepreneurs.

Art Critic/Writer: Graduates may pursue careers as art critics, writers, or journalists, contributing articles, reviews, and essays to art magazines, newspapers, websites, and blogs. They can analyze and interpret contemporary art trends, critique exhibitions, and provide insight into the cultural significance and aesthetic value of artworks for diverse audiences.

Community Arts Coordinator: Graduates can work as community arts coordinators, facilitating arts-based projects and programs that engage diverse communities in creative expression and cultural participation. They can collaborate with community groups, schools, and local organizations to develop public art installations, workshops, and events that address social issues, promote inclusion, and strengthen community ties.

Art Consultant/Advisor: Graduates may work as art consultants or advisors, providing expertise and guidance to individuals, businesses, or institutions on art acquisition, collection management, and investment strategies. They can offer personalized recommendations, conduct research on artists and artworks, and assist clients in building and maintaining art collections that reflect their aesthetic preferences and investment goals.

Digital Media Designer/Visual Communicator: Graduates can apply their artistic skills and visual sensibility to careers in digital media design, advertising, branding, and visual communication. They can work for design agencies, marketing firms, or in-house creative teams, creating visual content, graphics, and multimedia presentations that communicate ideas, convey messages, and engage audiences across digital platforms.