Art, Design and Media University of the Arts London (UAL) Level 1 Diploma | Duration: 1 year
For anyone who loves drawing, photography, media or design, this hands-on foundation course is your chance to experiment, create and develop your skills across a range of creative disciplines.
Through practical workshops and industry-style projects, you will gain technical skills, experiment with materials, and develop your visual communication and creative thinking, helping you find your style and build a portfolio for future study or a creative career.
On this course you will:
– Explore fine art, including drawing, painting and mixed media
– Develop graphic design skills using digital and print-based techniques
– Capture and edit images through photography
– Create media production work, including video, animation and storytelling
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North Devon Campus
Course details
Assessments
There are no exams for this qualification. Instead, you will be assessed through your coursework submissions, with a grade given for your summative final major project at the end of the year.
Entry Requirements
All entrants must hold four GCSEs at grade 2 or equivalent (or above), including GCSE Maths and English at grade 4.
Progression
You could progress to a Level 2 course such as the UAL Diploma in Art and Design or Creative Media Production and Technology.
Facilities and resources
We have purpose-built art and media studios. In addition, we have specialist workshops and facilities to support each of the specialist areas:
– Fashion/textiles – industrial and domestic machines, mannequins, print and constructed textiles
– Graphics illustration – full suite of apple mac computers with industry-standard software for graphics, image making, film and animation
– Fine art – painting, printmaking, sculpture, film, photography
– 3D crafts – mixed media, glass, wood, stitch and metal facilities
– Windows PC and Apple Mac suites
– Creative Cloud License (home and college use through student login)
– A fleet of DSLR and Mirrorless cameras
– ‘Cine’ grade cameras and lenses
– Photography studio with industry-standard lighting
– Podcast studio
– Dark Room
– Graphic tablets
– A range of DJI Gimbals
– Mini DJI drone
FAQs
Q: Who is the course for?
A: Anyone who wishes to further their art and media education and has a strong desire to pursue a career in any of the art and design industries. You will need to be innovative, creative and motivated. You will have an open mind and be prepared to explore and experiment within the structured yet flexible course.
Q: Do I need to buy an Apple Mac computer?
A: No, we have Mac labs where you can work on your projects and most students store their work on the cloud to access at home. However, it is recommended that you invest in a Mac or PC for home use that can run the Adobe CC software.
Q: Do I need to buy an expensive camera?
A: No, we have DLSR and Mirrorless cameras, with a range of prime and zooming lenses, that can be taken out on loan for your media projects.
Q: Do I need to bring anything with me when I start the course?
A: Yes, we advise all of our students to bring their own USB stick (no smaller than 64GB) to store their work, and their own SD cards to use in the DSLR / Mirrorless cameras.
Q: Does this course have exams?
A: There are no exams in this qualification, however, you will be assessed through formative coursework submissions at the end of each project, and a summative project at the end of each year.
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.
