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Art and design degrees in Scotland

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Edinburgh Napier University

3 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 29th
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WUSCA ranking: 20th
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Edinburgh Napier University is a modern and career-focused institution known for its strong industry links, especially in business, computing, and engineering. With excellent facilities and a diverse student community, it offers practical learning experiences that prepare graduates for the job market.

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Graphic Design - BDes (Hons)
calculator icon 96-102 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Year 1
  • Debating Design 1
  • Foundation Digital Media 1
  • Foundation Digital Media 2
  • Foundation Graphic Design 1
  • Foundation Graphic Design 2
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Interior and Spatial Design - BDes (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Debating Design 1
  • Foundation Digital Media 1
  • Foundation Digital Media 2
  • Foundation Interior & Spatial Design
  • Foundation Interior & Spatial Design 1
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Heriot-Watt University

2 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 58th
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WUSCA ranking: 33th
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Hello people, Firstly, the top notch part of the university is you can be yourself completely irrespective of any religion or background you coming from. Secondly, the first day is always scary and weird but the Student service and the students their was very helpful in enrolment to all the query's. Thirdly, being a food blogger i always hog onto the best hygienic food which the university have so many options to provide. Fourthly, the beauty of the lake , surrounding is so surreal we just forget that it's a university. As you know every good side have a bad side too . Although so many people keep saying not to form racism groups but yet it's been seen. Also Their is not much interaction of all the student's in class which gets at a way worst. It would be good if you have some plays or fun interaction among the class so that everyone opens up with each other. Thank you and happy to join HWU .

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Design for Textiles (Fashion, Interior, Art) - BA (Hons)
calculator icon 104-152 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Year 1
  • Rethinking Design 1: Discover and Define
  • Rethinking Design 2: Develop and Deliver
  • Textiles 1
  • Textiles in Practice 1
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University of Glasgow

32 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 3rd
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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The student life is great, and the campus is lovely The humanities and arts do not get enough funding and it is difficult to see the university funding expensive new buildings for subjects like Business when most of our faculties are struggling and do not have the funds to adequately support their students and pay their staff. This needs to change

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History of Art - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • History of Art 1A
  • History of Art 1B
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Year 1
  • History Of Art 1A
  • History Of Art 1B
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University of Aberdeen

16 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
WUSCA ranking: 10th
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The support from university and staff has been amazing! Teaching is outstanding and great facilities. Only downfall is Aberdeens student life and location, the campuses aren’t very close together for people who rely on public transport . I find being a driver just as hard due to lack of parking and costs. £5.75+ per day to park adds up a lot for someone who doesn’t come from a wealthy family.

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Art History and Theology & Religion - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Academic Writing for Divinity, History & Philosophy (AW1007)
  • Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD1002)
  • Introduction to Art History (HA1004)
  • Modern Art (HA1508)
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Robert Gordon University

4 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 41st
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Great all round university with great balance of city and rurally located. Transport wise, its great within city. Although, it lacks proper parking for rurally located people (where public transport is not an option/viable option) as requires permit. To resolve this, a multistory carpark could be implemented or more bus links/shuttlebuses from locations outside of the city. The lack of public transport outside the city is a problem anyway, so may be worth considering relocating to city for duration of course. With regards to course, having already been a student previously, there are a lot more support systems in place to help aid students. Moreover, compared to other universities, the staff are more than happy to help. The small knit feel of the University and the city provides a homely lifestyle, easily and effortlessly. This is only furthered by the diversity of culture within the city and shire. The union is great, the staff are approachable and friendly. From initially becoming a student to my time here now, however, the union seems to be downsizing. I feel that this is an absolute shame as it provides an independent aspect to life as a student. It, in my opinion, has reduced the quality of student life as it miminises a student voice, independent of the university. That being said, there is a great range of mental health facilities in place now to enhance student lifestyle auch as free gym membership for students.

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Computing and Creative Design
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Fine Art - BA (Hons)
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University of Stirling

1 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
WUSCA ranking: 52th
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The university offers a well-rounded experience, encompassing exceptional sports facilities, modern infrastructure, dedicated staff, and a vibrant student community. It strikes the perfect balance between digital and in-person learning, utilizing platforms like Canvas to enhance the educational experience.

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Art and Design - BA (Hons)
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University of Dundee

9 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 11th
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Tutors are lovely but the only thing that could be improved is the support for the English and the rest of the students who are not from Scotland. It's took me 3 years to get help for my dyslexia and that is because I have to pay for it.

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Modules
Level 1
  • Foundation Studies 1 (DJ11001)
  • Foundation Studies 2 (DJ11002)
  • Foundation Studies 3 (DJ11003)
  • Foundation Studies 4 (DJ11004)
  • Foundation Studies 5 (DJ11005)
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Art & Design (General Foundation) BA (Hons)
calculator icon 96-114 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Level 1
  • Foundation Studies 1 (DJ11001)
  • Foundation Studies 2 (DJ11002)
  • Foundation Studies 3 (DJ11003)
  • Foundation Studies 4 (DJ11004)
  • Foundation Studies 5 (DJ11005)
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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

6 art-and-design courses
star rating 2.6
8 reviews
SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 75th
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UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes are very clearly outlined from the very start. Accordingly, I enthusiastically recommend studying the PG distance learning courses through the UHI!

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Fine Art - BA (Hons)
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Art and Contemporary Practices - BA (Hons)
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University of St Andrews

45 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
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Student safety and community feel is very strong. Lots of history surrounding the university and the town is beautiful. To improve I would have better transport for student to move between town and the nearest cities (like Edinburgh), better nightlife for the students and more accomodation.

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Art History - MA (Hons)
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  • The Art of the Renaissance in Italy and Northern Europe
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Ancient History and Art History - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Rome and the Mediterranean
  • The Art of the Renaissance in Italy and Northern Europe
  • The Greeks in a Wider World
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Glasgow Caledonian University

1 art-and-design courses SCOTLAND
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Improvements to the buildings are appriciated, some buildings feel disconnected from. Their old outside appearance, however I still would recommend the campus as one of the more good looking/appealing ones.

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3D Animation and Visualisation
calculator icon 96 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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Year 1
  • Introduction to 3D Modelling
  • Introduction to Animation
  • Introduction to Games Concept Art
  • Introduction to Games Programming
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