Summer Arts Academy (13–14 years)

Age

All students must be aged between 13–14 years at the time of attending the course.

Experience or qualifications required 

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 printmaking and plenty of enthusiasm!

English language 

This course will be taught in English. We don't require you hold an English language qualification; however, we recommend you have an intermediate level of English to benefit fully from your experience and be able to communicate with your tutors and fellow students.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: academy@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

*Applies to London-based airports only.

Optional extras 

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

• Accommodation and full board catering 
• Accommodation and full board catering plus private return taxi transfer to/from any London airport 

See below for further details about our residential package.

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. 

• Suitable clothing
• Notebook and pens/pencils to take notes
• We advise bringing any work you wish to include in your portfolio for review

On this course, you'll

• Experiment with a variety of creative arts mediums and techniques  
• Develop new artistic skills and gain confidence in your creative abilities  
• Deepen your understanding of how art can express personal identity and cultural stories  
• Make new local and international friends and experience life at a top UK university campus  
• Enjoy a fun, active, and inspiring summer in a secure environment close to beautiful beaches 
• Embark on a summer adventure that combines creativity, exploration, and making memories – apply now to unlock your artistic potential! 

This course aims to:

• Enhance foundational art skills, including drawing, painting, and mixed-media techniques, enabling the production of diverse and expressive artworks 
• Allow you to explore various artistic mediums and practices, fostering experimentation and encouraging innovative approaches to your creative projects 
• Develop your ability to confidently generate original ideas, conceptualise themes, and translate concepts into visual narratives through your artwork 
• Acquire practical knowledge of contemporary art tools and software (if applicable), that improves your technical confidence and versatility 
• Learn to critically evaluate your own work and that of your peers, providing constructive feedback and embracing a growth-oriented mindset 
• Encourage you to find and refine your individual artistic voice, where you will gain confidence in expressing your unique perspectives and stories through creative art 
• Develop your ability to present your work effectively, including creating portfolios and participating in exhibitions or showcase events 
• Gain awareness of contemporary art practices, influential artists, and cultural contexts, enriching your appreciation and contextual understanding of art

You'll be continually assessed in a variety of ways including practical tasks, observations, assignments, presentations, and portfolio work.

Work produced during the course will be collated into a portfolio and/or digital journal for students to add to their portfolio or for future development.

Your course tutor will offer guidance and support you with your creative applications, as well as feedback on your work and offer advice for your future creative studies.

All students with 100% course attendance will be issued with an official AUB Summer Course Certificate detailing course contents and study hours.