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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Middlesbrough – Middlesbrough Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course is awarded by the University of the Arts London. You'll work through assignments that build skills in design, media production, and visual communication. The course takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

Taught by our dedicated team of industry professionals you will gain understanding of the knowledge and skills required to produce designs, and media products for real world productions. You will expand on your knowledge through a series of assignments, each developing a new set of skills providing opportunities for a broad range of progression routes into level 3 study, apprenticeship, internship or employment.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at 3/D

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in design processes and visual communication.
  • You'll create media products for real-world briefs.
  • You'll explore a range of materials, techniques, and creative methods.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work across different projects.
  • You'll learn how to respond to design briefs and develop ideas from concept to finished piece.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a series of practical assignments, each building a new set of skills. Classes are classroom-based and run full-time during the day. Industry professionals teach the course. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports creative teams on visual projects.
  • Junior illustrator, creates artwork for print or digital media.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.
  • Photography assistant, supports shoots in commercial or studio settings.
  • Production arts assistant, works on sets, props, or costumes for stage and screen.

What you could study next

  • UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step for deeper creative study.
  • UAL Level 3 Diploma in Graphic and Digital Design, for those drawn to digital creative work.
  • UAL Level 3 Diploma in Photography, for those focusing on image-making.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a common route into university-level study.
  • A creative apprenticeship, combining work and further training in a design or media role.
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