Level 3 Art and Design Course in Witney. Evening classes run at Abingdon and Witney College Witney Campus, full-time over two weeks. Fees may apply if you are 19 or over. You will explore a wide range of art and design disciplines, from drawing and visual communication to design practice, helping you identify your strengths across the visual arts. To join, you will need five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English or Maths, or a Level 2 equivalent.
Who this course is for
This exciting course will enable to you cover a wide range of art and design disciplines to determine your strengths and aspirations for a career in the visual arts.
Entry requirements
5 GCSES at Grade 4 including English or Maths or a pass in the subject at Level 2 with a Grade 3/Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll explore a broad range of art and design disciplines to find your strengths.
You'll develop skills in visual communication and design practice.
You'll build a body of creative work across different media and techniques.
You'll learn to analyse and respond to visual arts briefs.
You'll develop your own creative voice and artistic direction.
How you will learn
You will learn through studio-based practical work, creative projects, and guided classroom sessions. Assessment is through a portfolio of work and project outcomes that demonstrate your skills across different art and design disciplines. Evening classes are classroom based and delivered full-time across the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon and Witney College Witney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: creating visual content for print and digital media.
Illustrator: producing artwork for publishing, advertising, and media.
Visual merchandiser: designing displays for retail environments.
Art technician: supporting creative departments in schools or studios.
Junior designer: entry-level role in a design agency or studio.
Photography assistant: supporting shoots in commercial or editorial settings.
What you could study next
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 4): a natural next step before applying to a degree, deepening your specialist practice.
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, or Illustration: a three-year degree for those wanting to work at a professional level in the visual arts.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design: a two-year higher education qualification if you prefer a more structured vocational route.
