The BA (Hons) Art and Design with Creative Technologies at Birmingham City University is designed for aspiring makers, thinkers, and futurists who are drawn to the dynamic intersection of art, design, and emerging digital tools. In today's creative industries, interdisciplinary practice is paramount, and this course mirrors that reality by exploring how new creative technologies can be implemented across artistic and design fields. You will develop the long-term creative skills and self-awareness needed to navigate and shape your future career within these evolving sectors, preparing you for employment by fostering innovative approaches to problem-solving and collaboration.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, you will engage with a curriculum grounded in hands-on exploration through modules like Materials Lab, Digital Lab, and Performance Lab. You will respond to live briefs, potentially collaborating with real-life clients, and have the option to undertake a professional placement year or study abroad. Your final year culminates in a major project, including the Creation Lab: Creative Technologies, allowing you to showcase your developed expertise. You will graduate with a versatile portfolio and the confidence to forge your unique path in the boundary-free creative industries.