Art & Design

Course Fact File

Level 3
Triple Programme
Vocational
2 Year Duration

Overview

The Extended Diploma in Art & Design is a dynamic two-year course that allows you to fully immerse yourself in the creative world while developing the skills and portfolio needed to progress into higher education or a career in the creative industries.

Throughout the course, you will explore a wide range of artistic approaches, including drawing, painting, printmaking, printed textiles, illustration, photography, and sculpture.

What will you learn?

This exciting two-year course covers a range of approaches including:

drawing
painting,
printmaking
printed textiles
illustration
photography
sculpture

In your first year you will explore a broad range of projects to develop your skills and multi-disciplinary techniques to create a personal portfolio of work. In your second year you will continue to develop the skills learnt in year one, completing projects that explore experimental techniques in painting, printmaking and illustration. You will also develop a final major project, working in your preferred specialism

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is for you if you are looking to extend your skills across a range of art approaches. It will provide you with the skills and experience to take you into employment or further study.

Entry Requirements & Other Info

Entry Requirements

You must have a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9-4, including English Language, Maths and a minimum of grade 4 or L2 Pass in an art-based qualification. If you don’t, you will need to bring a portfolio of work to your interview which we will review.
Experiences

This course will provide you with the opportunity to go on many trips to art galleries and exhibitions to enrich your learning. As well as this, you will be given the chance to exhibit your work outside of the classroom, in college shows and galleries but also in local and national events. We have had many students who have had their work shortlisted for a number of national awards, as well as one winning the student prize at the Ferens Open. Our Art Department is also heavily involved with our Upskilling & Enrichment Programme, so you will be able to develop your skills outside of lesson time with a range of workshops and activities.
Progression

Art & Design is the perfect subject to lead onto a creative or art-based career. However, because this is a Level 3 qualification, it means that you can also explore opportunities like higher-level apprenticeships, jobs in the creative industry or higher education such the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design here at Wilberforce.
Outcomes

Students who complete a qualification in Art go on to a wide variety of jobs. These can include: Artist, Interior Designer, Illustrator, Gallery Curator or Teacher, to name a few.