Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Peaks Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the core skills and knowledge that underpin art and design practice. You'll work toward a University of the Arts London qualification, one of the most recognised names in creative education. Check the college website for the latest entry requirements before you apply.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design disciplines
You'll explore different materials, techniques, and processes used in creative work
You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your creative development
You'll learn to research and respond to design briefs
You'll study colour, composition, and visual communication
You'll reflect on and evaluate your own creative work
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical studio-based sessions in the classroom, working on projects and creative briefs. Assessment is typically through a portfolio of work and project outcomes. You'll build evidence of your skills and creative thinking over the course of the year. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Peaks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic design assistant: support creative teams with visual projects
Visual merchandiser: create displays in retail environments
Art technician: support artists or educators in studio settings
Print and production assistant: work in print or publishing
Creative arts administrator: coordinate projects in arts organisations
Photography assistant: support shoots and image editing
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design: a broader qualification that opens routes into higher education or creative employment
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a specialist pre-degree course recognised by art and design universities
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a creative subject: a Level 4 qualification for those moving toward degree-level study
Apprenticeship in a creative or design role: earn while you develop professional skills on the job
