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Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Maidstone

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 Maidstone. Classes run at MidKent College Maidstone Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers a wide range of creative specialisms. You'll explore sculpting, photography, design, textiles and digital art. Gallery and museum visits are part of the programme too. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English or maths, to join. The course runs for one year.

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

Who this course is for

Develop your artistic skills and build a greater understanding of materials, techniques and processes when you enrol on the level 2 Extended Certificate.

Taught in a professional, creative environment by a team of experienced lecturers, you will have the opportunity to experiment in a wide range of specialisms including sculpting, photography, design, textiles, digital art and more.

You will also gain inspiration from visits to galleries and museums, and have the chance to showcase your own coursework at the departments end-of-term exhibition. The course is delivered in a variety of ways including demonstrations, practical workshops and tutorials Certain elements of the course may be assessed externally This is a study programme which include English, maths and work experience in addition to your main programme

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English or maths at grade D/3 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and mark-making skills across different media.
  • You'll experiment with sculpting and three-dimensional making.
  • You'll explore photography and digital art techniques.
  • You'll work with textiles and surface design processes.
  • You'll study design principles and visual communication.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work across multiple specialisms.
  • You'll gain inspiration from visits to galleries and museums.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio work in a professional creative environment. Experienced lecturers guide you through projects across different specialisms. Assessment is through a portfolio of work and project-based assignments. You'll also have the chance to showcase your work at the end of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. MidKent College Maidstone Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial or portrait photography.
  • Textile designer, designs patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Digital artist, produces artwork for games, film or online media.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs retail displays and in-store environments.
  • Art technician, supports artists and designers in studios or schools.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the next step for learners wanting to specialise further or apply to university.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Arts, for those moving into higher education in a creative subject.
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