Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices

Why study Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices at Dundee?

This interdisciplinary connection brings together excellence in research and teaching within a mainstream university environment. You will be taught by academic staff with national and international reputations as practising artists, theorists, philosophers and writers who contribute significantly to the shaping of contemporary culture and debate.

Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds. The quality of studio and workshop provision is high, with students having access to a digital imaging suite and the University's computing workstations.

The programme reflects current cultural practices integrating practical and theoretical studies beyond disciplinary boundaries. If you have a strong interest in philosophical issues but also want practical studio experience as an artist then BA (Hons) Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices is the course for you.

At the end of the course you will be able to:

• Combine making with reflection
• Express imaginative visual ideas
• Use critical thinking and analytical abilities in your creative work

You:

• Creative
• analytic
• A maker and a thinker
• Enthusiastic
• Visually imaginative

You want to:

• Learn how to express philosophical ideas through art
• Improve your artistic ability
• Develop your critical thinking and analytical ability

Student exchange

The academic perspective is enhanced by opportunities for you to study abroad through exchange schemes that operate with centres of excellence in many European and transatlantic countries.

In addition, the department normally organises an overseas study visit for all Level 3 students.

For examples of student work, staff profiles, and news from Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices , visit the DJCAD website and for details of philosophy modules, staff profiles, and news, visit the Philosophy webpage.

Art & Media Programme

Art, philosophy, contemporary practices is one of three courses that comprise the art & media programme (art, philosophy, contemporary practices, fine art, time based art & digital film). This programme has an already established reputation as the only interdisciplinary arts curriculum in Scotland. The bringing together of three distinct pathways under the art and media programme offers a broad educational experience and access to a wide range of staff expertise while also allowing you to gain deep knowledge and expertise in your chosen subject pathway of art, philosophy, contemporary practices.

• Animation
• Digital Interaction Design
• Fine Art (Digital Media, Drawing & Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture)
• Graphic Design
• Illustration
• Interior & Environmental Design
• Jewellery & Metal Design
• Product Design
• Textile Design
• Time Based Art & Digital Film