Art and Design UAL Diploma Level 3

This programme is primarily designed for students who have completed their GCSEs or a relevant Level 2 qualification and intend on pursuing a career in the artistic and design sectors. During the year you will take a broad approach to art and design and experiment with different media.

This course will offer you with an ideal preparation for pursing a career in within the fields of art and design. Throughout the year, you will learn a broad approach about the industry and experiment with different types of media and develop presentation and exhibition skills.

The programme is taught using a mixture of practical studio activities, seminars, tutorials, lectures and personal study. You will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Course Content
The Art and Design UAL Diploma Level 3 may include following units

• Introduction to Visual Language


• Introduction to Research Skills


• Introduction to Critical and Contextual Awareness


• Introduction to Materials, Processes and Technical Skills


• An Integrated Approach to 2D Problem Solving


• An Integrated Approach to 3D Problem Solving


• An Integrated Approach to Time-Based Problem Solving


• Developing an Art and Design Project


• Opportunities for Progression

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs (grades A*-C), including English, maths and an art and design subject, or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 2 qualification, and an interview with a portfolio of artwork.

Career Opportunities

Upon the successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to progress on to employment in the creative industries at technician level. You will also have the opportunity to progress on to the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design which will offer subject specialist study.

Course Progression

The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design will prepare and guide you through the UCAS application process to progress to a degree course, such as the BA (Hons) Art and Design (3D Design and Craft/ Fine Art/ Fashion and Textiles/Graphic Design) or FdA/BA (Hons) Photography at Colchester Institute.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

*Are you 19 or over?

If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.

Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.