Level 1 Art, Design and Media Course in Lambeth

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

Free if you're on certain benefits. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact South Bank Colleges for more info.

About this course

Level 1 Art, Design and Media Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Clapham Campus, full-time during the day. Fees may vary depending on your circumstances, so the course may be free for some learners.

Over 36 weeks, you'll explore the foundations of art, design, and media practice. Units cover drawing, visual communication, digital media, and creative project work. The course is awarded by University of the Arts London, giving your studies a strong creative grounding.

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

Who this course is for

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 Digital Media and Esports Gateway Study Programme. You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G6DME-L1AW-F-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)

Entry requirements

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 Digital Media and Esports Gateway Study Programme. You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G6DME-L1AW-F-A1/1. We hope to see you at L...

What you will learn

  • You'll develop core drawing and mark-making skills.
  • You'll explore visual communication and design principles.
  • You'll work with digital media tools and techniques.
  • You'll produce creative projects from brief to finished outcome.
  • You'll learn to present and evaluate your own creative work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based classes, practical workshops, and creative project work. Assessment is through a portfolio of work you build across the course. You'll also complete written or verbal evaluations of your projects. Classes are classroom based and run during the day.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior graphic designer, creates visual content for print or digital.
  • Digital media assistant, supports content production for websites or social media.
  • Art and design technician, assists in studios, galleries, or schools.
  • Creative studio assistant, helps with day-to-day work in a design studio.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs product displays for retail environments.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, a natural next step that deepens your practical and technical skills.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the main route into higher education or creative industry roles.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a specialist year that prepares you for degree-level study at art college.

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