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Art and design
The Annabel Avison Prize launches at Solent
BA (Hons) Fine Art graduate, Charlotte White, is the first winner of the Annabel Avison Prize for Exceptional Achievement in Fine Art.
8 July 2025- news
Art and designA spotlight on neurodiversity in handmade book
In her Final Major Project, BA (Hons) Illustration graduating student, Emily Chandler, explores mental health and neurodivergence.
13 June 2025 - news
Art and design26-mile walk shines a light on River Itchen
BA (Hons) Photography student, Roxanne Bennett, has explored river pollution in her Final Major Project.
11 June 2025 - news
Fashion, make-up and prostheticsShortlisting success for graduating students
The upcoming Graduate Fashion Week 25 Project Pitch will see four students present their Final Major Projects to industry.
10 June 2025 - news
Art and designSolent students shine in national design awards
BA (Hons) Graphic Design students have been shortlisted for a national award.
6 June 2025 - news
Fashion, make-up and prostheticsFashion stars chosen as Talent of Tomorrow
15 graduating students from Southampton Solent University's Department of Art and Music took part in the 2025 Talent of Tomorrow shoot.
23 May 2025 - news
Music and performing artsVE Day celebrated with special performance
Students from Solent's Department of Art and Music showed off their talent at a recent event in the city.
14 May 2025 - news
Fashion, make-up and prostheticsEmerging designer to see collection on catwalk
A third-year BA (Hons) Fashion Design student will see their designs come to life following competition success.
23 April 2025 - news
Art and designRetail initiative expands its reach
Re:So has started selling handmade items by students and graduates at The Dart Centre.
16 April 2025 - news
Art and designCultural Quarter exhibition celebrates art students at Solent
Solent's annual exhibition of artworks by second-year BA (Hons) Fine Art students is returning to Guildhall Square.
20 March 2025 - news
Art and designArt competition shines a spotlight on future talent
300 students from colleges across the south of England have submitted art and photography to a competition spearheaded by Solent.
19 March 2025 
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Music and performing artsParallel Music Conference welcomes hundreds to Solent
Parallel has celebrated a successful second year after music professionals come together at Solent's city-centre campus.
10 March 2025 - news
Digital art, animation, games and VFXLike and subscribe - how videogame streaming has turned entertainment on its head
Dr Nick Hampton, Course Leader for Computer Games Programming and Design is exploring the rewards and risks of videogame streaming.
17 February 2025 - blogs
Music and performing artsSouthampton Film Week recognises student talent at Solent
Two Music Business students took home a trophy at the 2024 Southampton Film Week.
30 January 2025 - blogs
Music and performing artsStudents get insight into songwriting for best-selling artists
Popular Music Associate Lecturer, Paul Statham, is using his success in music to inspire Solent students.
29 January 2025
