A DECISION HAS BEEN TAKEN THAT THERE WILL BE NO INTAKE TO THE BA (Hons) IN COMMUNITY ARTS (UCAS code WX93) IN 2010.
This decision is based on strategic reasoning which is addressing the agenda for change within the University. A decision will be taken in the near future regarding future intakes or whether alternative forms of delivering community arts expertise within the University may be more appropriate than focusing on a specialist undergraduate programme. The website will be updated.
The BA Honours degree in Community Arts offers practical training in art forms and arts management, with the opportunity to specialise in two of the following four key disciplines:
Visual Arts Dance Drama Music
There is an increasing demand for professionals with recognised knowledge and understanding of arts practice across disciplines. Community Arts graduates are arts practitioners who are equipped with knowledge in new technology, management and arts administration. The four key disciplines ensure that our students acquire the necessary understanding and skills to make an effective contribution to the provision of, andaccess to, the arts in community and informal learning sectors. The additional components of cultural theory, enquiry research skills, youth studies and community studies underpin the work in the four disciplines.
Taking part in Community Arts gives people opportunities for self-development and can enhance self-esteem. It can also be a means through which people find opportunity to build and rebuild networks in their lives. Community Arts make a valuable contribution to the wellbeing and development of local communities and neighbourhoods. Arts workers encourage, facilitate and coordinate activities, which they have identified as appropriate in their work within particular communities and settings. They use their artistic and administrative skills in order that others might benefit.
The course explores working with a variety of client groups, including young children, youth, adults and those who may feel marginalised or have difficulty accessing the arts.
