Fine Art

This two-week intensive summer course is perfect for students aged 15-18 who are looking for an unparalleled insight into the world of fine art.

To book your place today, simply click 'book now' to be taken to AUB's secure online store where you can complete your booking. You can also sign up to our newsletter for summer course updates.

What you need to know

Check out the course dates and fees for this two-week full-time course below, including our popular residential package.

When does the course run?

Monday 5 August – Friday 16 August 2024

How long is the course?

Two weeks

What time will my classes be?

Monday-Friday, 09.00-17.00.

There'll be a daily lunch break, plus other breaks within the schedule.

Your first day will start at 08.30 and the summer courses team will contact you before you arrive with your full joining instructions, so you know where to go.

Your classes will take place on AUB's campus.

You’ll be taught in our state-of-the-art creative studios and digital suites, with access to AUB’s library and online resources.

Welcome to Bournemouth

Arts University Bournemouth is located on the south coast of the UK.

Be inspired by your surroundings and discover what’s beyond the campus during the summer. We’re situated in a safe coastal location with award-winning beaches, a lively social scene and lots of cultural attractions and events throughout the year. Our small size means we’re a tight-knit community that’s friendly as well as accessible.

Bournemouth is one of the top destinations for tourists, and as a town with three universities and large number of language schools, it attracts a diverse mixture of international students.

The best of England is on our doorstep too – we're just a two-hour train ride from London with other popular location such as Dorset’s Jurassic Coast (World Heritage Site) and the New Forest National Park nearby.

Did you know?

Bournemouth has been once again voted the ‘Best Beach in the UK’ by TripAdvisor!

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Who's this course suitable for?

This course has been developed for creatives and aspiring artists aged 15-18 years old.

Perfect for anyone who has a passion to learn and develop their skills.

It's suitable if you're a beginner or if you've some previous experience and wish to develop your skills further.

Do I need qualifications for this course?

There are no formal academic entry requirements or qualifications needed to study this course.

We only ask that you come with a passion for the creative arts and plenty of enthusiasm!

Do I need an English language qualification?

This course will be taught in English.

There are no formal English language entry requirements and we don't require you hold an English language qualification.

However, we recommend you have an intermediate level of English in order to benefit fully from your experience, and be able to communicate with your tutors and fellow students.

I'm not sure if this course is suitable for me, can I contact you?

If you're unsure if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us and we'll advise you. Either email us at summercourses@aub.ac.uk or call us on +44 1202 363222.

What's included in my course fee?

There are no hidden fees. All course materials and equipment/resources are included in the course fee.

You can choose to add the following optional extras to your course fee:

Residential and full-board catering
Private taxi transfer to/from any London airport

See below the prices of our packages. Choose your package during the booking process.

Can I secure my place with a deposit?

You can secure your place on the course today with just a 25% deposit of your total fee.

Choose this option when you book your place. Refer to the table below for prices.

Prices

Package	Price	25% deposit
Course fee only	£1,599	£400
Course fee, PLUS residential catering	£2,487	£620
Course fee, PLUS residential catering and airport taxi	£2,790	£700

When you book this course today, you have the opportunity to experience life as a university student by opting for the residential package, which aims to give our summer students a taste of life as a full-time #AUBMAKER.

If you wish to include accommodation and/or a return airport taxi transfer in your Summer Course booking, simply select the relevant option when you book your place.

Residential and catering package

Residential package includes:

Full-board catering (breakfast, lunch and evening dinner)
Single study bedroom with private en-suite bathroom in AUB Halls of Residence, situated on AUB's campus – take a look at our accommodation
Halls of Residence Wi-Fi
Live-in AUB summer Student Ambassador Care and Welfare team, giving you support 24/7
Cultural city excursion
Comprehensive schedule of evening and weekend social activities
Optional return airport taxi transfer to/from any London airport

Due to popularity, summer accommodation in AUB’s Halls of Residence is allocated on a first come, firstserved basis. We highly recommend you book your accommodation as soon as possible to guarantee it – simply select the residential option when you book your course place.

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Return private taxi airport transfer

We can arrange for a return private airport taxi transfer to/from any London-based airport.

To book an airport transfer select the option when you book your course. We'll then contact you to arrange the details of your transfer nearer the time, once you've booked your flights.

If you have any questions or need to provide us with details of your flights please email us at summercourses@aub.ac.uk.

Please note, the deadline to book airport transfers through AUB is Sunday 23 June 2024.

About this course

On this course, you’ll learn how to build a portfolio in order to make the broader understanding of fine art visible to yourself and others. We'll help you explore what is specific about your personal relationship to fine art and how to create pieces that reflect this. You'll also discover your visual instincts and what they allow you to say about your own life in a way that no one else can.

You'll work on a series of themed projects across a mixture of art subjects to allow you to experiment and explore your own creative identity whilst also developing your understanding of key creative processes of fine art to enhance your work.

Discussion on the history of fine art and where it is now, in relation to your own history (where you're coming from, where you are now and where you want to go)
How to write a short statement in relation to the above
How to use other art to understand who you are and where you fit in
Reflection on your most important visual experiences
Instruction on core drawing skills to understand memory/observation/dreams in relation to your most important visual experiences
Instruction on core drawing and making skills to gain control and confidence
Instruction on how to use a process to without control in order to surprise/recognise yourself
An introduction to oil paint in relation to colour theory
Drawing and modelling from the figure/motif in clay and charcoal
Exploring traditional, tangible materials in order to make something contemporary
Exploring contemporary, intangible materials (audio, digital, performance) to make something timeless
How to identify and analyse formal concerns
Practising explaining your artwork at an interview or presentation
Transformation and how to transcend craft and decorative qualities into something that tries to ask a question of yourself and the wider world

Develop confidence in your abilities and develop a varied portfolio of creative work to demonstrate your skills and creative identity that you can use towards further study, university applications or to help inform your artistic direction
Provide extended practical sessions to experiment with artistic processes in a professional Higher Education setting
Develop your drawing and observational skills to enhance your aesthetic awareness and inform your research activities
Develop your critical and contextual awareness of different approaches within fine art
Enhance your knowledge of appropriate and safe use of a wide range of media, materials and technologies used to develop creative solutions
Provide opportunities for self-evaluation and critique to enhance your confidence and reflective skills when considering yours and others work
Increase your confidence when articulating your ideas and presenting your portfolio for review and interview
Provide an understanding of the different types of jobs available to you in the creative industries

Be the proud owner of a robust portfolio of work that can be used to support your future applications for further creative study
Be able to demonstrate a wide range of fine techniques utilising appropriate industry equipment
Possess improved artistic skills
Be knowledgeable in a range of different artistic processes
Not be afraid to experiment and adapt your ideas as you go
Have increased confidence in your own skills and feel inspired
Have boosted creativity and imagination
Be encouraged to experiment and explore your ideas, remembering that there's no right or wrong way to be creative
Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course

Plus, all students that complete the course with 100% attendance will be issued with an official AUB summer course certificate.

Guidance and support

Throughout the course your tutors will offer guidance and support you with your creative academic applications, as well as provide feedback on your work and offer advice for your future creative studies.

Continue your studies at AUB

Each year, we’re proud to offer many of our summer students places on AUB’s incredible full-time creative courses.

We offer you the chance to attend a series of progression and portfolio talks to give you the chance to find out more about studying at AUB in the future.

During your time with us you can attend a session to talk more about our Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or BA (Hons) undergraduate degree courses, and discuss your personal portfolio with an expert academic.

You may even be eligible for a pre-application interview, to secure your future place at AUB!