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Free Level 1 Art and Design Course in Stamford

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Stamford. Classes run at Stamford College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for 36 weeks. You'll explore drawing, painting, mixed media, and three-dimensional design. Projects cover still life, landscape, and portrait work. You'll also use digital tools to develop your ideas further. To apply, you'll need three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English or maths, or a Functional Skills Level 1 pass. You'll also need to submit a portfolio or complete a summer assignment before you start.

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

Who this course is for

This course will provide you with the opportunity to develop your drawing and creative media skills while exploring a range of projects. You will explore the fundamentals of drawing painting and mixed media work as well as 3 dimensional design. The projects will be fur­ther Devel­oped through the use of Creative Media. You will be able to explore using your digital skills to extend your projects. Specific projects will include Still Life Landscape and Portrait Drawing and Painting print making techniques including Lino cutting and stencil printing. Creative media projects will include typography working with­in a defined grid time based mediums including animation or film.See a showcase of student work from 2021/2022 by following this link!

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at grades 2/E includ­ing English or maths or equivalent of Functional Skills Level 1 pass.This course requires an interview/informal chat before a place can be offered and before your interview you will need to submit a portfolio of artwork to demonstrate your artistic strengths. However if you do not have a portfolio of work or examples of your own personal creativity  you will receive a summer assignment to be completed between June and the start of the course

What you will learn

  • You'll practise drawing from observation, including still life, landscape, and portrait subjects.
  • You'll explore painting techniques and mixed media approaches.
  • You'll work on three-dimensional design projects.
  • You'll use digital tools to extend and develop your creative projects.
  • You'll build a body of work through a series of themed projects.
  • You'll develop your ability to record and communicate ideas visually.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based projects in the classroom. Work is assessed through a portfolio of practical work you build up over the course. Before your place is confirmed, you'll attend an interview and submit a portfolio of artwork. If you don't have a portfolio, you'll be given a summer assignment to complete instead.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a creative workspace.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays for shops and retail environments.
  • Craft maker or artisan, produces handmade goods to sell or commission.
  • Photography assistant, helps with shoots in a studio or on location.
  • Community arts worker, delivers creative activities in schools or community settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step to develop your skills further.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, a route toward university or creative industry work.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a specialist year that prepares you for degree-level study in art, design, or media.
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