Art & Philosophy BA (Hons)
University of Dundee
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Art & Philosophy brings together Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design and Philosophy at the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law.You will be taught by artists of international standing and by respected practising philosophers. The Philosophy section of the course will introduce you to advanced philosophical approaches towards contemporary issues in politics, ethics, art, film, literature and the sciences.You will have the freedom to explore and develop your own ...Read more

Art & Philosophy brings together Fine Art at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design and Philosophy at the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law.You will be taught by artists of international standing and by respected practising philosophers. The Philosophy section of the course will introduce you to advanced philosophical approaches towards contemporary issues in politics, ethics, art, film, literature and the sciences.You will have the freedom to explore and develop your own interests, at your own pace, building strong foundations for a successful career in the creative industries.You are free to explore a wide range of mediums using our high quality studio spaces to support your practice. These include:- painting- sculpture - including clay, plaster, metal, ceramics, and bronze casting- woodworking - from picture framing to complex sculptural constructions- printmaking - including etching, screenprint, lithography, and photographic processes- photography - darkrooms for analogue photography and media labs for digital editing- film - green screen studio for film and photography- installation- performance- sound - sound studios- Digital Makers suite for 3D and laser-cuttingWe offer opportunities to exhibit your work as you progress, culminating in our Degree Show in the final year.Philosophy modules introduce you to advanced philosophical approaches towards contemporary issues within art, ethics, film, literature, technology, and the sciences.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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13th
CUG Ranking
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51st
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Philosophy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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Charlie
25 Jan 23

Up-and-coming, feels young and progressive. Many efforts are made to engage with the student body and improve circumstances highlighted as less-than-ideal. Great facilities for..Read more

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A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

BB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

Literate or Art and Design Subject recommended

at Advanced Higher plus BB at Higher in different subjects. Literate subject or Art and Design subject recommended

Including 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level, Literate or Art and Design Subject recommended

A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM

Relevant HND with Graded Unit 2 at B

Popular A-level subjects

Philosophy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
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English Literature
34%
Biology
32%
Religious Studies & Theology
23%
Mathematics
17%
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£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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University of Dundee
Nethergate Dundee Dundee, City Of DD1 4HN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Dundee  0.2 miles away

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