Level 3 Art and Design Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time over two years. If you're 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts, tuition is free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths, and Art and Design or an art-related subject. This is a practical art and design qualification covering the skills and knowledge needed to move into higher education or employment. The course is graded from Pass to Distinction, with a Distinction worth 168 UCAS points.
Who this course is for
On this two year course, students study the UAL Level 3 Applied General Extended Diploma in Art and Design. The course is designed to provide post-16 students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress into further, higher education and training or employment. This course is assessed externally by UAL, with the first year worth 50% of the overall Extended Diploma qualification. The Extended Diploma are graded at Pass, High Pass, Merit, High Merit or Distinction, with the Distinction grade being worth 168 UCAS points (equivalent to 3 full A Levels at A* grade). Enjoyable, varied and challenging. You will learn specialist skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and digital media; alongside studying historical and contemporary artists and designers. You will be guided through unites within studio projects. As you progress you will develop skills in problem solving, generating, developing and refining ideas and analytical & communication skills. In the summer term you will be working on a major project developing ideas in a chosen specialist area. Year two aims to support you in developing an individual creative pathway and specialist portfolio of work. You will be working more independently through a self-generated final major project, and will exhibit work in an end of year show. You will also have the opportunity to present your work in an external exhibition and develop additional skills in public art curation promotion. The focus of your studies will be towards intended progression to Higher Education or working in creative industries. You will be guided through the units within studio projects. There will be a series of gallery visits to London and visits within Norwich and Norfolk.
Entry requirements
Achieve 4 GCSE's at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Art & Design (or an art-related subject).
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design disciplines.
You'll build a professional portfolio of creative work.
You'll explore materials, processes, and techniques used in art and design practice.
You'll research and respond to design briefs independently.
You'll develop critical thinking skills to analyse and evaluate your own work and the work of others.
You'll gain the knowledge needed to progress to a degree or higher-level art and design course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects, and design briefs. Assessment is through a portfolio of coursework and externally set assignments. There are no written exams. Your work is graded at Pass, High Pass, Merit, High Merit, or Distinction. Classes are daytime, full-time across two years at City College Norwich.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for brands and media
Illustrator: produce artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms
Photographer: work in commercial, editorial, or portrait photography
Visual merchandiser: design in-store displays for retail businesses
Art technician: support artists and studios with materials and equipment
Textile designer: design patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors
Animator: produce moving image content for film, games, or online media
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related subject: the most common next step, using the UCAS points this Diploma earns.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3): a one-year course some learners take before a degree to build their portfolio and specialise.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design (Level 5): a two-year higher education route available at some colleges.
