**Plymouth College of Art has been granted full university status and formally recognised with the new title of Arts University Plymouth, following approval by the Privy Council. This makes us the City of Plymouth’s first specialist arts university.**

The title of Arts University Plymouth signifies a change to the way that the world will see us, our position within the sector and the mobility of our graduates; but not a change in the way that we see ourselves or what we do. Arts University Plymouth will build upon the existing strength of our unique culture and incredible community; we have no plans to change the specialist focus of the work we do together. The name Arts University Plymouth will appear on our qualifications, making it easier for employers and peers to recognise that our students were taught at a leading specialist arts university.

In May we were awarded the **Best Small or Specialist University at the 2022 WhatUni Student Choice Awards**, coming top in a list of well-respected specialist UK universities, based on unbiased and honest reviews from students across the UK, in a category that highlights the quality of our provision as a specialist creative university.

**This programme is one of the few in the UK to develop your skills in interior decoration, emphasising colour, surface and ambience in a range of environments. From a door handle or light switch to the impact of colour, texture and materials, this can become your space in which to experiment.**

- Work on many different kinds of interiors from domestic to commercial.

- Experience live projects with clients, photographers, filmmakers and designers.

- Develop a range of skills, including CAD, photography and prototyping in hard and soft surfaces.

Our programme develops visually intelligent graduates, who are inspired by interior decoration and design and acquainted with manufacturing techniques. The projects you’ll work on will introduce you to a diverse range of interiors – from retail to luxury.

You’ll develop products, including upholstery, accessories and furniture, and gain smart manufacturing skills through the use of 3D and digital equipment. You will learn how to design for different levels of the market and develop excellent client presentation skills.

Specialist modules cover interior textiles, history of design, surface pattern and surface design. Hard skills that you will develop include drawing, colour pattern and styling, editorial photography, and use of CAD software.

Study with us and you’ll expand your critical approach alongside developing skills in research and analysis. Our academically robust and intellectually stimulating degree programmes are delivered by our team of academics, technical demonstrators and invited experts who together deliver excellence in learning, teaching and assessment. Our programmes encourage diversity in thinking and making - from practical applications through to reflective, analytical writing.

You will work in spacious design studios, with skilled technical support staff. You will have access to our Fab Lab for digital prototyping, as well as wood, metal and glass workshops, digital print facilities, AVA CAD 3D design software, and design intelligence facilities. Our extensive photographic resources include large-format scanners as well as an infinity cove, a large white curved solid backdrop for shoots.

Getting out and seeing the industry in action is central to learning. This programme builds on our existing industry links, including visiting Decorex, Chelsea Harbour and many other events in London and Europe, helping you build your network of companies and products.