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Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Bury Saint Edmunds – West Suffolk College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run full-time at West Suffolk College, five days a week during the day.

The course covers a broad range of creative disciplines over one year. You'll work across illustration, fine art, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, animation, games design, and digital work. It's a University of the Arts London Diploma, so you'll build both technical and professional skills across the full breadth of the course.

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

Who this course is for

Our Level 2 Digital Arts course is a busy, inspiring and imaginative educational adventure. With hard work, the course will lead you into the thriving UK and global creative-digital industries. Working alongside others with similar interests and ambitions is a special thing - building friendships and business relationships that can last a lifetime.Students work on a variety of assignments that target imagination, digital skills, individual expression, and professional standards. You will be taught by skilled professional artists and designers. You will become fluent with creative software and processes with speed. Bringing you personality to your work is key. On this course you will produce outcomes that you will be truly proud of. The assignments encourage individual flair and fascinations to flourish.Students will be required to build an online business presence to showcase their work and skills. You will also exhibit your work throughout the year and at our End of Year Show.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop illustration and drawing skills across a range of styles.
  • You'll explore fine art and painting techniques.
  • You'll practise printmaking and mixed-media methods.
  • You'll create 3D work and sculpture.
  • You'll produce digital artwork, animation, and games design.
  • You'll develop photography skills, both practical and critical.
  • You'll build professional study habits and creative research skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on studio practice in the classroom. Assessment is project-based: you'll build a portfolio of work across the different disciplines. Tutors will give feedback throughout the year to help you develop your ideas and technique. There is no written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Suffolk 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.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, magazines, and advertising.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or portrait photography.
  • Animator, creates moving images for games, film, or online content.
  • Games designer, develops visual concepts and assets for games.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step for specialist study and a strong route into university.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design, for those focusing on design and visual communication.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a one-year course that prepares you for a degree in art or design.
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