Art and Design Foundation Diploma

Kingston University London

Foundation degree

In Surrey

£ 1,335 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Foundation degree

  • Location

    Surrey

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This accredited course prepares you for the study of art and design at degree level. You'll gain an understanding of visual communication, three-dimensional design, fashion and fine art. You'll explore a range of art forms and techniques, and begin to develop your own creative style.

You'll work in a small group of around 25 students. The small intake of students ensures regular one-to-one guidance with a tutor throughout the year. You'll benefit from all of Kingston School of Art's facilities and you'll work on joint projects with degree students whenever possible.

You'll get to hear from a range of industry mentors who will give lectures in professional practice. These will engage you in a critical investigation of your work, progression aims and ambitions. You'll take part in a London drawing trip, and research in galleries and museums also forms part of the course.

Whatever your preferred career path, the Foundation Diploma in Art & Design prepares you for higher level learning in an art school and for your artistic practice beyond.

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Location

Start date

Surrey
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Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LB

Start date

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About this course

Visual communication – graphic design, advertising, packaging, bookbinding, art direction, film, illustration, moving image, model making
Three-dimensional design – architecture, landscape architecture, interior, product, furniture, prop and set design
Fashion and fabrication – menswear, womenswear, costume, fashion journalism and constructed textiles
Fine art – painting, mixed media, printmaking, installation, sculpture, performance and photography

It's important to continue your studies on the degree course best suited to you. This course will help you to explore your options.

Our students have progressed to some of the highest-ranking creative institutions in the UK and internationally, majoring in subjects including architecture, fine art, graphic design, illustration animation, fashion, product & furniture design and interior design.

Advanced GCE (A-level) or an AS GCE (AS-level) in Art and Design or equivalent
BTEC National Diploma: Fine Art or a named Design pathway
A minimum score of 24 is required for those applicants with International Baccalaureate Diploma or Certificate awards

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Subjects

  • Design
  • Art design
  • Art
  • Industry
  • Techniques
  • Art and design industry
  • Art and design
  • Public exhibition
  • Studio practice
  • Independent Studio Practice

Course programme

The course runs from September to June and is divided into four modules.

Module 1 introduces the principles, techniques and demands of the art and design industry. A six-week rotation of workshops examines each of the four areas. This helps you understand them and make an informed choice on what you want to study.

Modules 2 and 3 mark the start of your specialism. You'll explore your subject choice in detail and broaden your technical and conceptual skills. You'll also prepare your portfolio for degree-level interviews.

In Module 4 you will complete an eight-week project using the knowledge, skills and confidence you have acquired. The project culminates with a public exhibition.

Please note: places are limited and the number of applicants is extremely high. We expect applicants to have attended one of our open days. You'll visit the studios, meet staff and students, and receive guidelines about how to apply and what to include in your portfolio.

Module listing

Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. Those listed here may also be a mixture of core and optional modules.

Compulsory modules
  • Art and Design: Studio Practice (Disciplinary Focus)
  • Art and Design: Independent Studio Practice
  • Professional Practice in Art and Design
  • Themes in Art and Design: Extended Essay

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