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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Eastbourne

Cost£2000.00 You may be asked to put aside some money for materials and equipment; typically £50-70 over the year.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year. You'll explore drawing, illustration, graphics, typography, animation, printmaking, textiles, 3D model making, and digital technologies. Learning is hands-on, through practical projects that build a portfolio of your work. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English or maths at grade 3. A portfolio of your work is also required.

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

Who this course is for

This course is designed to provide students with an interest in art and design an opportunity to explore some of the materials, methods and processes of many art and design activities. Learning will be through practical activities and projects developing projects to build an exciting and dynamic portfolio.

Entry requirements

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English Language or maths at grade 3. A portfolio of work will be required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore drawing techniques and develop your observational skills.
  • You'll work with printmaking, textiles, and 3D model making.
  • You'll create graphics, typography, and illustration projects.
  • You'll experiment with animation and digital technologies.
  • You'll research, plan, and produce a personal project for your final unit.
  • You'll build a portfolio of art and design work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical activities and projects in the classroom. Assessment is formative throughout the year, giving you regular feedback to support your progress. Only the final unit is graded. For that unit, you'll research, organise, plan, produce, and present a personal project.

What you will need to bring

The provider notes that you may need to set aside around £50 to £70 over the year for materials and equipment. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm exactly what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, advertising, and online platforms.
  • Textile designer, designs patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Animator, works on digital animation for games, film, or social media.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional studio.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step and a route into higher education or creative industry work.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media, if you want to focus on film, photography, or digital media.
  • A foundation or degree course at a university or art college, building on your portfolio and Level 2 Diploma.
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