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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Cambridge

CostFee:2329.00 Concession: 244.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, full-time during the day.

The course covers a broad range of creative disciplines. You'll explore fine art, photography, graphic design, textiles, fashion product design, and design crafts. It runs over one year and is awarded by University of the Arts London.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

The UAL Awarding Body Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress to further study and training in a range of art and design subjects, including fine art, photography, graphic design, textiles with fashion product design and design crafts.

Entry requirements

You will need to have 3 GCSEs at grade 9 - 3 (A - D) to ideally include an art or design related subject, or an Introductory Diploma in Art & Design or a Level 1 BTEC Diploma.

In addition:

A portfolio of recent work must be presented at the Welcome Event that reflects your study of an arts related GCSE qualification achieved thus far and your interest in the arts area. Show at Welcome Event an interest in the Art & Design Industry.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills across fine art, photography, and graphic design.
  • You'll explore textiles, fashion product design, and design crafts.
  • You'll build a portfolio of creative work across different disciplines.
  • You'll learn to research, develop, and present ideas in an art and design context.
  • You'll gain the knowledge needed to progress to further study in a specialist art and design subject.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practical work and creative projects. Assessment is portfolio-based, drawing on work produced throughout the year. You'll attend classes at Cambridge Regional College during the day and develop your skills through hands-on making, experimentation, and critical reflection.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring a portfolio of recent work to the Welcome Event. This should reflect your study of an arts-related subject and your interest in the arts. Cambridge Regional College will confirm any additional materials you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports creative teams in a studio or agency.
  • Photography assistant, assists on shoots for commercial or editorial clients.
  • Textile or fashion design assistant, works on product development in a fashion or craft setting.
  • Visual arts technician, supports artists and educators in a gallery or college.
  • Junior creative, contributes to design and visual content for a brand or agency.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the next step for learners wanting to specialise and apply to art school or university.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Photography, for those focusing on a photographic career.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design, for learners moving into commercial design.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4), widely used as a route into degree-level study at art and design universities.
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