Summary

The role of craft is continually evolving. As society rethinks our relationship with the planet and the impact of throwaway culture, the origin, quality and meaning of objects in our lives have never been more significant. Be part of the crafts resurgence that is committed to shaping a better future. Develop a personally sustainable practice, rooted in material understanding, drawing the best of the past but passionate for innovation. Think with your hands as well as your brain.

What to expect on this course

Contemporary Design Crafts offer an amazing breadth of mediums and processes to explore: ceramics, print, textiles, small metals and many more. Your experience on the course will equip you with the knowledge and understanding to develop a fully structured professional portfolio. Additionally, the networks and partnerships you form will provide support and challenges both during the course and as a continuing legacy afterwards.

Materials and making is core to much of what we do. Our workshop facilities provide you with the space to think, question and develop ideas. You will gain a solid grounding in making skills, with expert guidance from our workshop team.

What we provide

• This is a practice based degree with plenty of time in workshops.
• Individual design spaces with excellent access to teaching staff.
• Masterclasses with leading craft professionals.
• A programme of visiting lecturers from around the world bringing cutting edge practice to HCA students.
• Final year students have exhibited at high profile graduate showcase exhibitions in London such as New Designers.
• Bespoke professional practice modules concerning post programme goals, including business planning, marketing and work placement.