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Free Level 1 Art, Design and Media Course in Rochdale

CostFREE
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Art, Design and Media Course in Rochdale. Evening classes run at Hopwood Hall College, so you can fit study around your week.

The course focuses on printmaking. You'll explore the history and practice of print, from traditional techniques to contemporary approaches. Topics cover the creative process, experimentation with materials, and developing your own ideas. The course runs over 14 weeks, part-time in the evening.

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

Who this course is for

Printmaking as a creative activity has a long and distinguished history. It has provided a multi-faceted vehicle for an enormously diverse range of artists, from Durer to Warhol, to explore an equally diverse range of issues and ideas. This course is designed to give learners an exciting and challenging experience and will introduce the rigours and rewards of exploring and working within the field of printmaking.

Entry requirements

Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the history of printmaking and its role in art and design.
  • You'll experiment with a range of printmaking techniques and materials.
  • You'll develop your own creative ideas through practical work.
  • You'll learn how to plan and refine a printmaking project.
  • You'll build skills in observing, recording, and responding to visual ideas.
  • You'll present and evaluate your finished work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the classroom. Sessions are studio-based, giving you time to experiment and make work. You'll build a portfolio of creative pieces over the 14 weeks. Assessment is based on the work you produce and your ability to develop and reflect on your ideas.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Print artist, creates original prints for sale or exhibition.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists and designers in a creative workspace.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs displays for retail environments.
  • Community arts worker, delivers creative projects in local settings.
  • Art technician, supports tutors and students in a college or school.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, a natural next step to deepen your creative practice.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, prepares you for higher education or creative industry roles.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, widely used as preparation for a degree in a specialist creative subject.
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