Online Open Day

<p>To join the talk simply set up your computer, tablet or mobile phone and click through the link provided over email. </p> <p>For alternative formats and more information please email <a href="mailto:hello@pca.ac.uk">hello@pca.ac.uk</a></p>

<p>Your Open Day experience will include a<strong> tour of facilities</strong> and a <strong>course overview talk </strong>in your chosen area. There will also be the opportunity to have <strong>one-to-one chats</strong> with our academic, admissions, and student support staff as well the chance to find out what student life is like from our current students.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>10:30 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">International Students</a></strong></p> <p>Come and talk to our expert panel to discuss what life is like as an international student studying in the UK. Our friendly admissions team and academics are here to help you prepare and give you practical advice about living in the UK, the application process and fees.<br /></p> <p><strong>11:00 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Live Campus Tour</a></strong></p> <p>Join us for a live virtual tour of our main-site, Tavistock Place. We will walk you through our studios and workshops, offering you an up-close and interactive look at the facilities and Labs you'll enjoy accessing as one of our students.</p> <p><strong>12.00 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Principal's Welcome</a></strong></p> <p>Find out about Plymouth College of Art's unique creative ethos, international horizons and industry connections, from college <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/people/professor-andrew-brewerton">Principal, Professor Andrew Brewerton</a>. </strong>This talk will include information on alumni destinations and how studying at Plymouth College of Art will prepare you for a successful career in the creative industries.</p> <p><strong>12:00 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Admissions and Enquiries Help Desk &amp; Q&amp;A</a></strong></p> <p>Join us here to ask any questions you may have about the day, or about studying at Plymouth College of Art and to <strong>book in for a 1:1 session with one of our academic staff.</strong><strong><br /></strong></p> <p><strong>13:00 | <strong><a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Admissions, Support, Finance and Extended BA</a></strong></strong></p> <p>Meet our Admissions and Student Support teams for advice on your application, student finance and how to access our exceptional support services throughout your studies. You can also find out more about our four-year<a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/level-0-extended-degrees"><strong> Extended BA </strong></a>course — an ideal study route if you are returning to education or would benefit from an extra year of study to develop your portfolio. This talk will also include a short presentation and the opportunity to break out into private rooms for personal advice sessions. </p> <p><strong>13:00 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Undergraduate Course Talks</a></strong></p> <p>Our team of expert academics will present course content and answer any questions you have about portfolios, interviews, industry projects and more. <br /></p><ul><li><strong>Photography: </strong>Find out more about our BA (Hons) courses in <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-photography"><strong>Photography </strong></a>and <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-commercial-photography-1">Commercial Photography</a>,</strong> and the specialist fields our impressive alumni now work within, including art, fashion, advertising, and editorial image-making. </li><li><strong>Fine Arts, Crafts and Materials, and Museum Studies: </strong>In this talk, you will learn about BA (Hons) degrees in<strong> <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-fine-art">Fine Art</a>, </strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-painting-drawing-printmaking"><strong>Painting, Drawing &amp; Printmaking</strong>, </a>and <strong><a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/ba-hons-3d-design-crafts/overview">3D Design Crafts</a>, </strong>alongside new courses launching in 2021; BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-sound-arts"><strong>Sound Arts</strong></a>, BA (Hons) <strong><a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/ba-hons-3d-design-crafts/overview">Craft and Material Practices</a> </strong>and BA (Hons)<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-museum-studies"><strong>Museum Studies</strong>.</a> Our courses prepare graduates for an array of careers, from curation and publishing to printmaking, art therapy and jewellery design. </li><li><strong><strong>Animation, Games, Graphics, Illustration, and Creative Technologies: </strong></strong>In this talk, find out all about BA (Hons) <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-graphic-design">Graphic Communication</a>,</strong> BA (Hons)<strong> <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-illustration">Illustration</a> </strong>and brand new for 2021, BA (Hons) <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-animation-games">Animation &amp; Games</a> </strong>and BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-creative-technologies"><strong>Creative Technologies</strong></a>. Discover how you can become a part of the UK Games industry (the largest in Europe!) and design animated characters and scenes for film and television. </li><li><strong>Film, Media &amp; Sound: </strong>Discover BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-digital-media-production"><strong>Digital Media Production</strong></a>, BA (Hons) <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-film-screen-arts">Film &amp; Screen Arts</a> </strong>and new for 2021; BA (Hons) <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-sound-arts">Sound Arts</a>,</strong> BA (Hons)<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-film-studies"><strong>Film </strong><strong>Studies </strong></a>and BA (Hons)<a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-media-cultural-studies-2021"> <strong>Media and Cultural Studies</strong></a>. Our students gain access to an on-site, independent art cinema, studying the cultural impact of film and media, alongside learning technical and production skills, becoming professional documentary makers, art directors and more.</li><li><strong>Fashion, Fashion Communication, Textiles, Costume and Interiors Degrees</strong>: Including BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-fashion-design"><strong>Fashion Design</strong>,</a> BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-fashion-media-marketing"><strong>Fashion Communication</strong></a>, BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-costume-production"><strong>Costume Production</strong>,</a> BA (Hons)<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-interior-design"><strong>Interior Design &amp; Styling</strong> </a>and BA (Hons) <a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/ba-hons-textile-design/overview"><strong>Textile Design</strong> </a>courses, each designed to prepare you for the ever-changing, innovative and multi-faceted design industries. As a student, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with household-name brands through internships, visiting lecturers and industry showcases.</li></ul><p><strong>14:15 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Individual Talks with Course Leaders inc Ext BA</a></strong><strong><a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/"><br /></a></strong></p> <p>Head to our helpdesk to book in a 15 minute 1:1 conversation with one of our academic staff during this session. You can also find out more about our four-year Extended BA(Hons) degree, which is ideal for those returning to education or who want an extra year of study to explore and develop skills.<br /></p> <p><strong>14:30 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Pre-Degree Study (16-18 years)</a></strong></p> <p>Discover Plymouth College of Art's post-16 options for students leaving school and seeking to specialise in art, design or digital media. This talk will cover Level 2 and 3 <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/study/pre-degree">Extended Diplomas</a> </strong>and our newly introduced <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/study/pre-degree">International Baccalaureate Careers Programme. </a> </strong>Our courses are designed to prepare every student for the next steps in their creative journey, with access to industry-standard equipment, hands-on practical workshops from our expert teaching staff and a variety of exciting international trips. Join our friendly team of Pre-Degree lecturers and find out why Plymouth College of Art could be the perfect place for you next year. Friends and family welcome!<br /></p> <p><strong>14:00 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Living in Plymouth</a></strong></p> <p>Talk to our <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/student-life/students-union">Student Union</a></strong> president and representatives about Plymouth's vibrant student community and the scenic surroundings on our doorstep in Britain's Ocean City. Preview our affordable and safe accommodation options and learn all about our student-led societies and how to make the most of your time with us.<br /></p> <p><strong>14:30 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Foundation Diploma in Art &amp; Design</a></strong></p> <p>Our<strong> <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-diploma-in-art-and-design-post-a-level">Foundation Diploma</a> </strong>offers a chance for students to discover, experiment and explore across a wide range of disciplines, before specialising at undergraduate level. Based in our dedicated Palace Studios building, this immersive course will prepare aspiring artists, designers and media makers for degree-level study at Plymouth College of Art or elsewhere. </p> <p><strong>14:30 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Masters Study</a> </strong></p> <p>Thinking about applying to a postgraduate programme? Our expert academics will reveal how our postgraduate courses provide critical insight into the contemporary creative landscape and empower you to work effectively from your carefully chosen place within industry. Our postgraduate students are encouraged to debate, exchange and collaborate, and with an open-door policy throughout our campus, there are plenty of opportunities to research and innovate.<br /></p> <p><strong>14:30 | <a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Creative Careers</a></strong></p> <p>Speak to our expert panel about the additional support Plymouth College of Art can provide throughout your degree, from our knowledgable technicians to our dedicated student experience and careers staff. This is the place to find out more about employability, mentoring and initiatives such as Workshop Wednesdays — our cross-disciplinary non-timetabled day, where students step outside their course subject to try out new techniques and materials.<br /></p>

<p>To make a booking please click the "<a href="https://plymouthart.onlineopendays.com/schedule/">Register to attend</a>" button on the top right of this page. </p> <p>If you have any questions about studying at Plymouth College of Art or would like some support setting up for the online event, please email <a href="mailto:hello@pca.ac.uk">hello@pca.ac.uk</a></p>