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Level 2 Art and Design Course in King’s Lynn

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in King's Lynn. Classes run at The College of West Anglia, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners aged 16 to 18 years old, and fees may apply for others.

The course covers a broad range of creative disciplines, from drawing and painting to graphic design, photography, and fashion. You'll explore materials, techniques, and ideas across the specialist areas of the course industry. The course typically takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

This course enables you to get started in visual and creative arts education. It is ideal for those who wish to gain an initial qualification to enable progression onto a Level 3 course in Art & Design, Photography, Graphic Design or Fashion. The course is broad and covers many of the specialist areas of the Art & Design Industry.

Entry requirements

You will need:

4 or more GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or higher, including a creative-based subject and English

Or:

A relevant Level 1 qualification and preferably English at grade 3.

You will be invited to an interview to help us ensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore drawing, painting, and mark-making techniques.
  • You'll experiment with materials across 2D and 3D disciplines.
  • You'll develop skills in areas such as graphic design, photography, and fashion.
  • You'll build a creative portfolio of your work.
  • You'll learn how to research and develop ideas visually.
  • You'll study colour theory, composition, and visual communication.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the wider art and design industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects, and creative assignments in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based, so your work builds up throughout the year. You'll also attend an interview before the course starts, to make sure it's the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The College of West Anglia will confirm anything else you need before you start. Be aware that there may be additional costs for equipment, educational trips, and work placement activities. Full details will be sent to you before enrolment.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional studio.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs product displays for retail environments.
  • Photography assistant, supports photographers on shoots and in post-production.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and equipment in schools or colleges.
  • Creative apprentice, enters a structured work-based training programme in a design or media company.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step and a route into higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Photography, for those who want to specialise in image-making.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design, focused on visual communication and digital design.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Fashion Design, for those drawn to the fashion industry.
  • A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, which prepares you for degree-level study.
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