Course: Art & Design Level 3 Foundation Diploma

This intensive one-year, broad-based Level 3 course encourages you to further explore and build on your skills, passion and strengths in art and design so that you can make the right creative career and Higher Education choice. The course is practical and gives you wonderful opportunities for experimenting with a wide range of materials, processes and techniques before opting for a specialism, developing your individuality, initiative and confidence.

In an inspiring and supportive environment, we provide specialist, balanced and structured teaching to help stimulate your interest in art and design which includes portfolio building, drawing, painting, photography, illustration, printmaking, 3D, sculpture, computer aided design, graphic design, contextual studies and UCAS application support and guidance. You will take part in challenging assignments, exhibitions and live assignments which will shape your personal independence in developing ideas and assist you in gaining new skills, materials and techniques, while building a substantial and ‘next stage ready’ portfolio of work.

Why study with us:

• We have dedicated creative spaces with specialist equipment and facilities including print tables, sewing machines, painting and drawing spaces, a 3D studio, photography darkrooms, computers and digital printers
• There is the opportunity to undertake work experience in local studios, which looks fantastic on your CV