Art and Design University of the Arts London (UAL) Level 3+ Foundation Diploma
This intense and exciting year-long course gives you the opportunity to explore various art and design approaches, experiment with a range of materials and processes and build a portfolio of work to support progression to Higher Education or the workplace.
You will gain an insight into a wide range of disciplines, such as painting, printmaking, 3D making, fashion, textiles, architecture, photography, film, illustration, graphic design and drawing.
On this course you will:
– Explore new ways of working in your studio practice, supported by critical and contextual academic study
– Have the opportunity to visit regional, national and international galleries
– Build a portfolio of work to take you to the next stage of your career
– Show off your talents and exhibit your work in the Summer Show
This is a progression course, and you must have successfully completed a Level 3 course.
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North Devon Campus
Course details
Assessments
Your coursework will be assessed throughout the year.
Entry Requirements
To be accepted onto this Level 3 programme, you must hold at least eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 5.
Also, you should normally have a minimum of five subjects at GCSE or above and will have completed an A Level/IB programme or Extended Diploma in Art and Design You may be interviewed for this course and have to present a portfolio of work that demonstrates an interest in, and a curiosity about, the visual world and a desire to communicate this to a wider audience
Progression
Many of our students go on to study at some of the UK’s leading arts universities.
Facilities and resources
We are based in a large art studio where each student has a dedicated personal work area. In addition, there are specialist workshops and facilities to support each of the pathways. These include:
Visual Communication – print area, photography studio, Apple Mac computers with industry standard software for graphics, image making, film and animation.
Fashion and textiles – industrial and domestic sewing machines, mannequins, print and constructed textiles.
3D design – wood working machinery, glass, and metal working facilities.
Fine Art – all of the above.
FAQs
Q: What is the purpose of this course?
A: The Foundation Diploma is the established route to art and design degree courses, most universities require the diagnostic experience of this course to enable students to make informed choices and to flourish within higher education.
Q: What progression opportunities does the course provide?
A: On successful completion of the course many students take up places on a variety of Higher Education courses including Fine art, Fashion, Textiles, Surface pattern Design, 3D Model-Making, Architecture, Graphic Design Illustration. There is also the possibility to pursue a higher level creative-based apprenticeship, internships or employment.
Study Programme
Every full-time student at North Devon College will have their own Study Programme which will include:
– Your academic or vocational qualification.
– Maths and English Language development – if you have not achieved GCSE grade 4 in either of these subjects.
– Work Experience – hours will vary depending on your qualification and course level.
– Tutor Support – to support your personal, academic and professional development.
– Sustainability – helping you to identify how you can improve the sustainability of your future employment sectors.
– Personal Development Awards – developing six key areas of personal and employability behaviours to prepare you for the working world.
Why North Devon College should be your first choice
North Devon College offers quality education and training across North Devon. We aim to provide outstanding learning, excellent facilities, strong connections to employers and a supportive environment to help you fulfil your education goals and set you on your path to the career of your dreams.
SUPPORTIVE
We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can flourish and feel a valued member of the college and wider community.Â
INSPIRING
Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments.Â
CONNECTED
We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.
