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Level 1 Art and Design Course in Canterbury

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 1 Art and Design Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, full-time during the day. It is free if you are under 18. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course covers a broad range of creative disciplines. You will explore art, design, and media specialisms including games design, website design, film, TV, radio, and sound engineering. It runs over 44 weeks and gives you a solid grounding across the creative arts.

You will finish with a Level 1 Diploma in Art, Design and Media, awarded by University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

Gain the skills, knowledge and understanding from a range of media specialisms, such as games design, website design, film, TV, radio, sound engineering and more.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore visual art and design principles across different media.
  • You'll develop skills in digital and print design.
  • You'll experiment with film, photography, and image-making.
  • You'll learn the basics of audio production and sound.
  • You'll investigate games design and interactive media.
  • You'll research and develop your own creative ideas into finished work.
  • You'll build a portfolio of creative projects across different specialisms.

How you will learn

You will learn through practical, hands-on projects in the classroom. Assessment is based on coursework and a portfolio of creative work you build throughout the course. You will also complete written and research tasks to support your practical projects. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital.
  • Studio assistant, supports creative teams in a design or media studio.
  • Photography assistant, helps with shoots and image editing.
  • Media production assistant, supports film, radio, or TV production teams.
  • Digital content creator, produces content for websites and social media.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, a natural next step that builds on the skills from this course.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production, for those drawn to film, audio, or digital content.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, leads toward university or professional creative roles.
  • Level 3 courses in Games Design, Photography, or Graphic Design, for learners who want to specialise.
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