Art and Design blog

Student Support Services

We want you to be as successful whilst studying with us as possible. That's why we offer a variety of support. This blo...

Which School of Art course is right for you?

Find out more about our courses and what separates them, ensuring you’re able to find the perfect course for you.

Why you should study art in Birmingham

Birmingham is known for many things – heavy metal, curry, and not least, the arts. There are plenty of reasons why you ...

My experience of working with ex-Moonpig Creative Director

Following her time studying BA (Hons) Illustration at Birmingham City University (BCU), India Hitchen graduated with a ...

A day in the life of a Visual Communication student

Let Illustration student Harry talk you through what to expect from a typical day as a  Illustration student at BCU!

My first year studying Fine Art

BA (Hons) Fine Art student Maryam Aisha gives an insight into the experience Margaret Street School of Art offers and ...

BCU graduate wins 1st prize in the Bangkok Projection Mapping Contest

BCU Graphic Communication graduate Prapavee Vaidyanond wins big at the Bangkok Projection Mapping Contest.

Showing gratitude through sculptures

Graphic Communication lecturer Jane Anderson and Contextual Studies lecturer Ally Standing have painted a sculpture as ...

Why Foundation Year was the best choice for me

We spoke to Illustration student Rosie Buglass about her decision to study on the Foundation course and why she's neve...

Graduate unveils public art to showcase Birmingham’s diversity

Graduate Luke Perry unveiled his latest public artwork monument in Birmingham City Centre, celebrating the regions div...

Street art on the rooftop

Illustration graduate Joshua Billingham creates eye-catching rooftop artwork in Birmingham's creative quarter.

10 Art Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following

For those artists looking for some fresh ideas, information and inspiration, we've put together a list of ten accounts...

How to prepare for your course

Wondering how you can get ready for your course? Discover some new ways to keep busy over summer and get uni-ready at t...

Top 10 reasons to study Graphic Design at BCU

We’ve compiled the top ten reasons why this degree is an excellent step towards pursuing your dream creative career ...

My work placement with Tate Liverpool

We caught up with BA (Hons) Art and Design student, Oliver Dupont, who told us all about his work placement with Tate L...