Open Days

Utilise our spaces

From day one you will have access to print, wood, metal, ceramics and glass workshops and industry-standard software, alongside assistance from our experienced technicians.

Take a look around

Grade-I listed building

A superb combination of Venetian Gothic architecture and modern workshops, learning and social areas, a specialist arts library, and public exhibition space.

Read about our history

Benefit from our excellent links

We have links to a range of national and international institutions including Tate Liverpool, Ikon Gallery, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.

First hand work experience for your CV

You’ll have the chance to gain industry experience through live projects, guest lectures and work placement opportunities.

Internal and external exhibitions

The IPS will offer you the opportunity to exhibit your work to external audiences. Select national and international artists will also be showcasing their work.

Understanding art on a global scale

Overseas trip opportunities in many of our courses and links with key European institutions as part of the Erasmus scheme.

Get £150 free credit for books and learning materials

To welcome all new undergraduate degree students starting in 2018 or 2019, we’re giving away at least £150 work of credit to spend in a host of ways.

Staff prominent in the art scene working with you

Enthusiastic and supportive staff team with whom you’ll have extensive contact time with throughout your course.

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