SCHEDULE
Principal’s Welcome | 11.00-11.30
Start your online experience with an introduction from Plymouth College of Art’s Principal, Professor Andrew Brewerton. Discover the college’s rich history, creative ethos and international connections. Followed by an informal Q&A session.
Admissions, Student Support & Finance | 11.30-15.00
Say hello to our knowledgeable Admissions, Finance and Student Support staff in this drop-in session, open for the duration of the event. From applications and Clearing to finance support and accommodation — gain personalised advice on your next steps to a creative course at Plymouth College of Art.
This is also the place to request a one-to-one with our Subject Leaders and to enquire about our four-year Extended BA programme.
Pre Degree Studies (16-19 years) | 11.30-12.30
Researching your post-16 options? Join our Pre-Degree Manager, Steven Forsyth in a dedicated room for Further Education (FE) discussion. Staff from our Palace Court Campus will talk you through our Extended Diplomas, International Baccalaureates and the UAL Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, to help you find the course that’s right for you. Parents, Guardians and Carers welcome!
Subject Talks | 11.30-12.30
Find out which BA (Hons) degree is right for you and hear from our undergraduate staff who will describe module content, studios and resources, industry opportunities, international trips and graduate employability, whilst offering tips on your portfolio and application.
To help you see as many talks as possible we have divided our BA (Hons) Degrees into the following groups:
Arts + Media
This talk will cover BA (Hons) courses in:
3D Design Crafts
Animation
Creative Technologies*
Game Arts
Film & Screen Arts*
Fine Art
Museum Studies*
Painting, Drawing & Printmaking
Photography
Sound Arts*
Design + Communication
This talk will cover BA (Hons) courses in:
Commercial Photography for Fashion, Advertising and Editorial
Costume Production & Associated Crafts
Media & Cultural Studies*
Digital Media Production
Fashion
Fashion, Media & Marketing
Film Studies*
Graphic Communication
Illustration
Interior Decoration, Design & Styling
Printed Textile Design & Surface Pattern
Textile Practices
*Courses launching in Sept 2021
Postgraduate Studies | 11.30-12.30
Find out about our dynamic range of Masters degrees and the active, cross-disciplinary community of thinkers and makers that make up our vibrant postgraduate community. Whether you’re a current undergraduate considering progression, a professional looking to sharpen your expertise or a mature creative looking for a new adventure - this is the talk for you!
Student Life | 15.30-16.30
At Plymouth College of Art, we know there’s more to your studies than gaining a qualification. Join this session to learn more about making the most of your time on campus and get to know our Students Union, Student Support team and more. From our exciting clubs & societies to Plymouth’s local culture and affordable accommodation — find out why over 40,000 students choose to study in Britain’s Ocean City.
Studying At Plymouth College Of Art | 12.30-13.15
Speak to our technical staff and dedicated Student Experience Officer about the additional support we can provide during your studies. This is the place to find out more about employability, mentoring and support for your studies, along with our interdisciplinary Workshop Wednesdays and state-of-the-art technical facilities.
Living In Plymouth | 13.15-14.00
Talk to our Student Union representatives about what being a student in Britain's Ocean City is like, discuss what your accommodation options are and learn all about our student-led societies and how to make the most of your time with us.
Live Virtual Tour | 14.00-15.00
Drop in to this room for a live virtual tour of our main-site, Tavistock Place. We will walk you through our studios and workshops, offering you an up-close and interactive look at the facilities and LABs you'll enjoy accessing as one of our students.