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Free Level 1 Art and Design Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Art and Design Course in Ealing. Classes run at Ealing Green College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year. You'll explore drawing, design, photography, video production, and digital media techniques. Work is practical and project-based, and you'll build a portfolio as you go. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and maths, or Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3. At enrolment, you'll have an interview to confirm the course is right for you.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Art, Design and Media.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

It is recommended that you have:

  • Four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and maths

or

  • Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you.

You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore drawing and design principles through practical projects.
  • You'll experiment with photography and visual storytelling.
  • You'll produce video content using digital production techniques.
  • You'll work with sound and digital media tools.
  • You'll develop a portfolio of creative work across different genres.
  • You'll practise presenting and communicating your creative ideas.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on, project-based work in the classroom. Assessment is through both practical work and written tasks. You'll produce creative projects that demonstrate your skills across different media disciplines. At enrolment, you may also complete an initial assessment in English and maths.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports creative teams with visual projects.
  • Photography assistant, helps with shoots and image editing.
  • Video production assistant, works on filming and editing projects.
  • Social media content creator, produces visual and video content online.
  • Digital media technician, supports production work in creative studios.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step to develop your skills further.
  • Level 2 Creative Media Production qualification, if you want to specialise in video, photography, or digital content.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, which opens routes into university or professional creative roles.
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