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Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Wolverhampton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at City of Wolverhampton College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year and covers a range of creative disciplines. You'll work across 3D design, visual studies, textiles, and other areas of the course. You'll build practical skills and develop your own creative voice. To start, you'll need four or more GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above, a portfolio of your work, and an interview with an admissions tutor.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

If you enjoy art and design and would like to develop your practical and creative skills then this course is ideal for you.

Art and design covers many exciting and innovative areas of the creative industries. This focused and intensive course is for those with enthusiasm and creativity and will prepare you for your future as the next generation of artists and designers.

This course will give you experience in different art and design disciplines, including 3D design, visual studies, textiles, illustration and graphic design. Each term you will work on a number of assignments and exhibit your practical work with an end of year final exhibition in the city centre. You will take part in practical workshops, lectures, debates, gallery visits and independent research.

You will learn new skills and develop experience in a number of specialist techniques and approaches from experienced and dedicated tutors together with a range of guest speakers. We will develop your creative potential while improving your understanding of visual communication.

To enable you to put the skills you learn on the course into practice, you will be expected to complete 30 hours of work experience. Students are expected to find their own work placements, however will be provided with support and guidance from teaching staff to find these. We have a small range of WEx opportunities available for over 18s including work experience in Florence Italy through the Turing scheme, and Walsall Art gallery.

Entry requirements

To access this course you are required to:

Have four or more GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above Attend an interview with one of the college's admissions tutors Present a portfolio of recent art and design work in order to demonstrate your interest, enthusiasm and commitment to undertaking this level of course

What you will learn

  • You'll explore 3D design, creating three-dimensional work and models.
  • You'll study visual studies, developing your understanding of composition and image-making.
  • You'll work with textiles, experimenting with materials, pattern, and construction.
  • You'll practise drawing and mark-making as a foundation for all art and design work.
  • You'll develop your ability to research and respond to creative briefs.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your creative range and development.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects, and creative assignments. Assessment is through a portfolio of work you build throughout the year. You'll also attend an interview before the course begins, and you'll present a portfolio of existing work as part of the entry process. Teaching takes place in the classroom and studio at City of Wolverhampton College.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City of Wolverhampton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Textile designer, develops patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs product displays for retail environments.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, advertising, and online content.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional setting.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and equipment in schools or colleges.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the next step for learners wanting to go deeper into a specialist area or apply to university.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4), a recognised route into higher education for creative subjects.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a creative subject, for those ready to move into higher-level study after Level 3.
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