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Free Entry Level 3 Creative Industries Course in Carlisle

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start23 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Creative Industries Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Botcherby Community Centre, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 20 weeks and fits around other commitments. You'll explore a range of artistic techniques and build on any creative skills you already have. Topics include drawing, colour, composition, and working with different materials and media. No formal qualifications are needed to join.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Award in Skills for Creative Industries at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but you should have a keen interest in art and artists. The course is a good progression from beginners level art or Arts for Wellbeing courses with Adult Learning.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a range of artistic techniques and methods.
  • You'll develop skills in drawing and mark-making.
  • You'll experiment with colour, tone, and composition.
  • You'll work with different materials and media.
  • You'll learn about artists and their creative approaches.
  • You'll build on any prior creative knowledge you have.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on activities in the classroom. The course uses project work and creative tasks to develop your skills. You'll be assessed through a portfolio of work you build up during the course, showing what you've made and learned.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Botcherby Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Arts and crafts assistant, supports creative sessions in community or care settings.
  • Community arts worker, helps run creative projects for local groups.
  • Creative workshop helper, assists with art activities in schools or centres.
  • Gallery or museum assistant, supports visitors and helps with displays.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Art and Design, a natural next step to develop your creative skills further.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Art and Design, builds toward more advanced creative work and opens doors to further study.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English or Maths, useful alongside creative study if you want to strengthen core skills.
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