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Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Saint Austell

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Saint Austell. Classes run at Cornwall College St Austell, full-time over two years.

You'll work across studio workshops, projects, and exhibitions to build your own creative identity. The course covers art, design, and communication, with employer-led briefs that connect your work to creative careers. You'll build a strong portfolio suitable for university applications or employment. Entry requires four or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and/or Maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification at the same grade.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication.

Who this course is for

If you love making and want two years to explore and then specialise this diploma gives you space to develop your own creative identity. You will work through studio workshops projects and exhibitions while building a strong portfolio for UCAS or employment. Progression support and employer-led briefs help you connect your work to real creative careers.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Four or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and/or Maths, or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification AND a grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths.
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in English and/or Maths will be considered as alternatives to GCSE, but a GCSE resit may be required depending on grade.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your own creative identity through studio-based practice.
  • You'll work on projects and exhibitions to build a professional portfolio.
  • You'll explore art, design, and visual communication across different disciplines.
  • You'll respond to employer-led briefs and real creative industry challenges.
  • You'll learn to specialise in an area of creative practice that suits your strengths.
  • You'll develop skills relevant to roles in graphic design, illustration, and photography.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio workshops, project work, and exhibitions. Assessment is portfolio-based, with your creative work and development recorded throughout the course. Employer-led briefs form part of your learning, connecting classroom practice to industry. Progression support is built into the programme to help you plan your next step.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College St Austell will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or portrait photography.
  • Art and design assistant, supports creative teams in studios or agencies.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.
  • Multimedia artist, creates content across digital and print formats.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Art, or Photography at university, the natural next step after this Diploma for those applying through UCAS.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, an alternative route into higher education with a broader creative focus.
  • Higher National Diploma in Creative Media or Design, a work-focused Level 5 option for those who prefer a vocational higher education route.
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