From world-leading research to community partnerships, student success and global impact, 2025 showcased the University of Brighton at its boldest and best.
Here are some of the standout moments that defined our year: Read More
Category Archives: Fine Art MA
Brighton graduate unites cancer-affected creatives in Sussex with major art exhibition
The exhibition, “Drawn Out: Lines Beyond the Limen,” is curated by Fine Art MA graduate Markus Taylor, who founded the Sussex Cancer Art and Research (S.C.A.R.) collective to provide a platform for artists living with or affected by cancer. The showcase will feature new works created under S.C.A.R., exploring how art can help process and communicate the realities of cancer. Read More
University of Brighton named the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university
Brighton has been crowned the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university in a new survey, scoring 8.7 out of 10 for inclusivity – the highest in the country. Read More
Master’s students push artistic boundaries with final projects in Brighton summer shows
Postgraduate students at the University of Brighton are showcasing their innovation and creativity with art and design projects that challenge stereotypes and promote social and environmental sustainability at their final exhibition before graduation. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: May Qadoura – Fine Art MA
In the lead up to our 2025 MA Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating masters students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Fine Art MA student May Qadoura about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Beth Gibbons – Fine Art MA
In the lead up to our 2025 MA Show, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating masters students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Fine Art MA student Beth Gibbons about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
University of Brighton ranked among top 4% of universities worldwide
The University of Brighton has earned a place among the world’s leading universities. Brighton has ranked in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, as reported in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Read More
Brighton names emerging artist Toby Rainbird as 2025 Freelands Studio Fellow
Artist Toby Rainbird has been awarded the prestigious Freelands Studio Fellowship with a 12-month residency at the University of Brighton.
Funded by the Freelands Foundation, the scheme is designed to support emerging artists in developing their practice within a university setting. It was launched in 2021 as a painting fellowship and expanded in 2023 to cover wider studio practice. Read More
Postgraduate Information Session
Looking to take the next step in your academic or professional journey?
Join us for our Postgraduate Information Session on Wednesday 12 February 2025, from 3–6pm, across all three of our Brighton campuses.
Brighton named one of Time Out’s 50 best cities in the world for 2025
Brighton ranks 34th on Time Out’s 2025 list of the world’s 50 best cities, making it the third-highest ranked city in the UK.
The definitive annual list is published every year, based on feedback from tens of thousands of city-dwellers across the globe. This year, over 18,000 participants shared their thoughts on key aspects of city life such as food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness, and overall atmosphere.
University of Brighton announces one of the UK’s first scholarships focused on the study of trans inclusion
A PhD scholarship focused on trans and non-binary inclusion has been launched by the University of Brighton in collaboration with The Paul Cottingham Trust.
Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact
As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s achievements, milestones and stories that have shaped the year here at the University of Brighton.
There’s so much to celebrate – we’ve seen groundbreaking research, community impact and inspiring student success across every area of the university. Read More
Graduates 2024: Darryl Madsen: MA Fine Art
Brighton is a beautiful and colourful city that celebrates and encourages people to express themselves. Read More
Graduates 2024: Urmi Roy: MA Fine Art
My practice and thought process has significantly improved because of the mentoring and practice modules. Also, I feel more capable and knowledgeable about my work. Read More
Graduates 2024: Rukmini Reddy Sen: MA Fine Art
The favourite part about this course, undoubtedly, is the exhibitions we have in the university. It has helped me understand the curation of art shows professionally, work alongside other artists in a group setting, and plan and prepare my artwork better. Read More
Graduates 2024: Finn Gayton: Fine Art MA
“I choose to study in Brighton because I studied my BA Fine Art degree at Brighton uni and was successful and enjoyed it, and so I wanted to continue living and studying in the city.”
Graduates 2024: Jennifer Nelson: Fine Art MA
“My children growing up and leaving home have been the catalyst for me applying for the MA and being able to do it part-time has meant that I have been able to carry on working as a supply teacher.”
Graduates 2024: Xiaoming Zhao; Fine Art MA
“Amy Cunningham is a wonderful and conscientious teacher and artist, encouraging and advising me a lot.”
Graduates 2024: Wenyi Chen: Fine Art MA
“The University of Brighton was an excellent choice – it has great course tutors and a very sensible curriculum. Postgraduate study is not just a qualification boost, but crucially it allows you to plan your future more clearly and know what you really want.”
Graduates 2024: Alison Claire France: Fine Art MA
The most exhilarating part of my studies was exploring innovative techniques and profound concepts. It’s transformed how I approach themes like perception and the human form, enriching my work with deeper meaning and complexity. Read More
University of Brighton Graduate Show launches summer spectacle of student talent
Three Summer Shows presents student talent in art, design, media, architecture and humanities Read More
MA fine artists London exhibition
A mix of 21 graduating and current Masters students will be exhibiting their work at the Bermondsey Project Space from Friday.
Graduates 2023: Wendy Smith: MA Fine Art
“The course has allowed me to really push the work further and develop ideas that have laid idle for some time with encouragement from staff and students.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Lindsay Connors: MA Fine Art
I used to think that an MA was out of my reach, but on the contrary, has been accessible and achievable for me doing it part time.
Graduates 2023: Shirley Archibald: MA Fine Art
“There are many but the main highlight is having a supportive group of like-minded creatives who make incredibly inspiring work. Having discussions about artists ideas and techniques with my peers has pushed my artwork forward.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Mai Aboassi: MA Fine Art
“Finding a class that encourages exploration while improving my organization and ability to pinpoint my area of expertise was essential.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Emma Scott-Child: MA Fine Art
“The opportunity to exhibit in the university galleries and space has been wonderful. Seeing art in the context of a public space adds a new dimension to it.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Molly O’Neill: MA Fine Art
The highlights of the course for me have been being lucky enough to have a studio space in Brighton to share with my peers and being inspired by working in the space with other like-minded artists. Read More
Graduates 2023: Markus Taylor: MA Fine Art
Yes, the works are challenging, cancer is a huge challenge that drives my practice on, but cancer really challenges all of us to talk about it and we have to. Read More
Graduates 2023: Sam Hobbs: MA Fine Art
“I have learned so much and feel more confident about my practice and how to move forward.” Read More
Catch the 2/3 interim exhibition by Fine Art MA students on display until 16th Feb
The group exhibition in Dorset Place gallery, part of our Edward Street building on our city campus, is now open and continues until Thursday 16th February.
Graduates 2022: Valerie Savchits: MA Fine Art
I enjoyed having conversations with my tutors. Individual Essay and Mentoring Module tutorials helped me to deepen my interest in the chosen subjects. Read More
Graduates 2022: Clive Parsley: MA Fine Art
Having been guided by my tutors and mentor to hone my research proposal, within the first couple of months I felt confident enough to steer away from my planned use of medium and experiment in new techniques. Read More
Graduates 2022: Jane Beecham: MA Fine Art
The course at Brighton has been amazing. It has completely given me the boost and redirection I felt I needed. Read More
Graduates 2022: Anastasios Nyfadopoulos: Fine Art MA
Graduates 2022: Jennifer Davis: Fine Art MA
“There have been so many perks to this course, I have surprisingly enjoyed aspects of it that I didn’t think I would, such as creating a presentation to discuss my practice. This was at first a worry for me but after talking to an audience about my work I felt confident about my presentation and public speaking skills that I may need in the future!” Read More
Graduates 2022: Cameron Bridgeman: Fine Art MA
“I was attracted to the MA course in Brighton for two main reasons. Firstly, it has a strong reputation. And secondly, a number of friends have attended this university so I was very familiar with the campus and course.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Marie Sahy: MA Fine Art
Academic writing is not my forte, so I was glad when the teachers encouraged me to be creative with my critical essay. I started a graphic novel about fiction in art. Read More
Graduates 2022: Eva Yu: MA Fine Art
For art students, it is like paradise, the most beautiful city makes me feel the urge to create! Read More
Graduates 2022: Gaia Segattini: MA Fine Art
My mood was always in a creative state here, not only because of the help I received, also because our studios are located in a very good position of the city! Seeing the sea while working, is a great motivation booster! Read More
Register now for graduate Brighton Rocks exhibition
Lucy Delano, graduate of MA Fine Art is opening ‘Brighton Rocks’ a new, ground-breaking exhibition coming to Pop Gallery, in the heart of Brighton’s North Laines. Read More
Fine Art MA exhibition Betwixt open now at Edward Street Gallery
See work by four of our current students: Shirley Archibald, Oriana Yates-Butcher and Liz Schwarz. Open until 10 March 2022.
Fine Art MA graduate opens pop-up gallery in Brighton
Brighton Rocks is a new exhibition at Pop Gallery in Brighton’s North Laines, a space run by Fine Art MA graduate Lucy Delano. Read More
Apply for the Cass x Phoenix Studio Award 2023
Want to win a FREE studio space for a year in central Brighton? School of Art and Media final year students have the opportunity to apply for this award which sees Cass Art sponsoring a Phoenix Art Space studio for a 2023 graduate. Read More
Graduates 2021: Voytec Brodacki: MA Fine Art
The work of an artist is the ability to see and interpret reality. Read More
Graduates 2021: Trisha Stone: Fine Art MA
“Brighton’s Fine Art MAhas a very wide brief and it has been gratifying both for myself and other
students to witness the emergence of more nuanced and layered thinking realised in
new techniques and approaches to work.”
Graduates 2021: Anthony Griffin: Fine Art MA
“I have been aware of this course for a while, visiting the summer show in 2019 convinced me to apply. I wanted to give my work some depth and surround myself with other artists.”
Graduates 2021: Amber Franks: Fine Art MA
“I’ve met a brilliant group of like minded creatives that I know I will be in touch with regularly in the future. Amy Cunningham has been a great support and mentor to me and she really helped me to find my language as an artist.” Read More
Cass Art x Phoenix Studio Award 2021
School of Art final year students have the opportunity to apply for this award which sees Cass Art sponsoring a Phoenix Art Space studio for a 2021 graduate. Read More
Current Fine Art MA student Valerie Savchits in group show at Delphian Gallery
Valerie is showing in Antisocial Isolation, a group exhibition at Saatchi Gallery, which brings together a collection of some of the most exciting early-career artists working today.
Fine Art MA students’ group show Convergence opens at on-site gallery
Visitors can now come and see work by students in our Dorset Place gallery, just off Edward Street in the centre of Brighton. Read More
Follow Fine Art MA on Instagram
Follow the course for student work, exhibitions and events, and graduate and staff news. Read More
Our students are supported by award-winning technicians
Our art and media students always tell us our technicians are brilliant – and they’ve been rightly recognised in the One Brighton Staff Awards, winning the Team Contribution to Teaching and Learning award. Congratulations!
Join Fine Art MA course leader Amy for experimental Sound & Light workshop
Artist Amy Cunningham is running an experimental workshop (Sat 6 March) in collaboration with the De La Warr Pavilion in which she invites participants to listen to and record sounds and images found around the home. Read More
Fine Art MA students launch group show
Ventures into Perception featuring work by students Jo Bell, Amber Franks and Trisha Stone is now live. Read More
Fine Art MA show online now
Visit the exhibition site and see work by eight of our talented postgraduate students, live until 5 March.
School of Art lecturer is part of UoB team delivering pioneering research into sanitation crisis
Alice Fox from the School of Art is among an interdisciplinary team of University of Brighton academics delivering pioneering research to help address the sanitation crisis across Asia and Africa. Read More
Brighton art graduates given opportunity for work to go under the hammer
The University of Brighton has teamed up with insurance group Liberty Speciality Markets (LSM) to offer artists access to a valuable Art Award. Read More
Art in a Domestic Setting: Fine Art Painting
Opportunities for creatives to connect, reflect and prepare
The current global pandemic presents uncertainty for everyone looking for work, whether you’re about to graduate, or you’re looking for ways to develop your skills and experience over the summer. Read More
Apply now for new £2500 Undergraduate and Postgraduate International scholarships
Brand new for academic year 2020-21 we are launching international scholarships available to new full-time international students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree courses holding an offer to start their course in academic year 2020. Read More
School of Art responds to council’s PPE appeal for care workers
The School of Art has donated all of its existing personal protective equipment (PPE) to help social care workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Read More
Current and alumni students feature in Brighton CCA’s packed online programme of events and activities
Free and open to all Brighton CCA’s online events range from printing workshops to bespoke DJ playlists to brighten the long days of lockdown. Read More
Applying for 2020? Here’s all you need to know
If you are applying or have applied for a course in 2020 you’ll find advice on your application, virtual visits and much more.
Gallery programme moves online
Competition open for mural design – enter by 27 April
Brighton Racecourse is running a competition for a University of Brighton student to showcase their work at the venue. Read More
Alison Lapper MBE joins Brighton Fringe as Freedom Season Ambassador
The artist, television presenter and speaker who studied fine art at Brighton says she is “thrilled and excited”. Read More
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Follow our feed for exciting art and art events! Read More
MA Fine Art graduate Elizabeth Eade has first major solo show
“I know you are but what am I” is a presentation of new work by Elizabeth Eade, winner of the 2018 HIX Award, at the Hix Gallery in London (17 January – 15 March 2020).
Fine Art student wins national art award
A Brighton student has won this year’s £10,000 Hix Award for her work exploring the human cost of the refugee crisis. Read More
MA Fine Art auction 23-27 April
Get your hands on an original artwork at a week-long auction in the Grand Parade foyer! Read More
British and US exhibitions for fine art lecturer Tom Hammick
The work of Tom Hammick, senior lecturer on the Fine Art programme, is currently being featured in two exhibitions in the UK and US.