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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Leamington Spa

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 Leamington Spa. Classes run at Royal Leamington Spa College, full-time during the day. Tuition is free if you're under 19 or hold an EHCP. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though waivers are available based on income or benefits.

The course covers a broad range of the course subjects, from drawing and painting to design, photography, and mixed media. You'll develop practical skills across two-dimensional and three-dimensional work, and explore your own creative ideas. The qualification was developed with University of the Arts London institutions, including Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion. The course takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

This course is aimed primarily at those who have recently completed their secondary education and is a practical based programme that covers a broad range of art and design subjects. The qualification has been written with the support of University of the Arts London Institutions including Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, Chelsea College of Art and Design, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Art.The course will introduce students to the skills and creative thinking necessary to progress to level 3 art and design courses, which will then provide a platform to develop towards careers or higher level study such as university. It will give students the knowledge, skills and understanding to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition into further education, and will develop existing skills gained in related areas of study as well as helping to teach new and exciting approaches to art and design. The course is designed to enable students to learn through discovery and exploration. Practical and theoretical aspects of the broad range of art and design subjects enables students to make an informed choice about progressing to specific areas of employment work or within further art and design education.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and observational skills across a range of media.
  • You'll explore colour, composition, and visual communication.
  • You'll work in two-dimensional and three-dimensional formats.
  • You'll experiment with photography and digital design tools.
  • You'll produce a personal portfolio of creative work.
  • You'll research artists, designers, and creative movements to inform your own practice.
  • You'll plan and develop your own creative projects from initial idea to finished outcome.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio sessions, projects, and workshops in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll build a body of work over the year that shows your skills and creative development. There may also be written or sketchbook elements that support your practical work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Royal Leamington Spa College will confirm anything else you need before you start. Note that all students may be charged for some materials, equipment, and trips.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports visual projects for studios or agencies.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays for retail environments.
  • Illustration assistant, produces artwork for publishing or media clients.
  • Photography assistant, supports shoots in commercial or editorial settings.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and equipment in schools or colleges.
  • Design studio assistant, helps with day-to-day creative production work.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step for learners wanting to specialise and build a stronger portfolio.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a creative subject, for those ready to move into higher education.
  • Apprenticeship in Creative and Design, combining work and study in a professional setting.
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