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Free Level 1 Art and Design Course in Sheffield

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

Free Level 1 Art and Design Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Peaks Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year. You'll explore drawing, design, and media through practical projects. Topics include colour theory, visual communication, and working with different materials and techniques. The course is awarded by University of the Arts London.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Diploma in Art, Design and Media.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and observational skills across a range of subjects.
  • You'll explore colour theory and how to use it in your work.
  • You'll experiment with different materials, including paint, print, and mixed media.
  • You'll learn the basics of visual communication and design.
  • You'll produce a portfolio of creative work across art, design, and media.
  • You'll develop skills in researching and responding to creative briefs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, studio-based work in the classroom. Assessment is through a portfolio of creative projects you build up over the year. You may also complete written or sketchbook tasks that support your practical work. The centre will confirm the full assessment details before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Peaks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports designers with layouts and visuals.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays in retail environments.
  • Print production assistant, works on printed materials for businesses.
  • Photography assistant, supports shoots in studios or on location.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and equipment in schools or studios.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step to deepen your skills.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, opens routes into university or creative employment.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a specialist year preparing you for degree-level study.
  • Apprenticeship in Creative and Design, lets you earn while you develop professional skills.
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