UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
Duration | 1 Year |
Campus | English Bridge Campus |
Start date | 2 September 2024 |
Course code | FLR3ARD (2425) |
Shrewsbury Colleges Group is an approved centre for UAL Awarding Body UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. |
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Who is it for?
The foundation year is designed to give you a broad based experience of a wide variety of art and design subject areas. It will give you an insight into the range and expectations of different art and design disciplines and provide you with the knowledge, practical skills, ideas and critical judgement to go on and study at degree level. Employment within art and design careers is also an option after completing the diploma.
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Entry Requirements
- 3 A Levels at grade C or above (including Fine Art, Photography, Graphic Communications, Textiles or Product Design) or a Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade MMM or above in a creative subject.
- At least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths & English Language.
- You need to be over the age of 18.
- Other relevant experience will be considered for students aged over 21.
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What does the course involve?
This course builds upon skills and experience studied through a previous relevant qualification. You will gain insight into different art and design disciplines, improving knowledge, practical skills, ideas, and critical judgement in preparation for further study at the degree level. Our expert and specialised teachers will guide you through the course requirements and help you develop your portfolio of work. With dedicated facilities at the English Bridge Campus, you’ll be in the right environment to progress in this fascinating topic.
There are three parts to this one-year course based at the English Bridge Campus.
Part one focuses on experimental work and developing skills.
Part two will enable you to develop your confidence, independence, and ability within your chosen area.
Part three is a personally directed project, externally assessed. Your final project will be included in the end-of-year art show, which is open to the public.
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How is the course assessed?
You will be required to complete three units of coursework, two are internally assessed, and the final unit is externally assessed.
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How much does it cost?
Students have to provide their own materials, estimated material costs for the year is approximately £300. A contribution towards educational visits may also be requested.
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Additional Notes
You can progress to higher education institutions or universities. Alternatively, you can go onto full-time employment in the fashion and photography industries.
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Further Information
Each year students enjoy a residential ‘contextual studies’ visit to Paris.
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What do I do next?
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk
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Previous Institution: Bishop's Castle Community College
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Megan Butler
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Previous Institution: Bishop's Castle Community College
The A Level course is so much more in-depth than GCSE – which is great. I will be taking a gap year and travelling, then I would like to explore Interior Design as a career. My final pieces focused on architecture and windows using stencils and digital art. Digital art is something that I really appreciated learning about.
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