Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, full-time during the day. This is a University of the Arts London (UAL) qualification, covering creative and technical skills across art and design disciplines. The course runs for 600 hours in total. You'll build a strong portfolio and develop the practical and critical skills needed for creative work or further study.
Who this course is for
Art, Design & Photo Level 3 Ext Diploma E&T [Top Up] (ECD00AAAL3 25/26GA) is based in the Creative Design & Digital Media department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen UAL as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design disciplines.
You'll create and present a professional portfolio of your work.
You'll explore design processes, from initial concept through to finished outcome.
You'll study visual communication, colour theory, and composition.
You'll analyse and respond to the work of established artists and designers.
You'll develop critical thinking skills to evaluate your own creative practice.
You'll use industry-standard tools and materials relevant to your chosen specialism.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio submissions rather than written exams. You'll produce creative projects and assignments that demonstrate your skills and development across the course. The UAL qualification is assessed on the body of work you build throughout your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth 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, or animation.
Visual merchandiser: designing retail displays and in-store environments.
Art technician: supporting creative departments in schools or studios.
Photography assistant: working alongside photographers on shoots.
Junior designer: entry-level role in a design agency or studio.
Set designer assistant: supporting productions in theatre, film, or TV.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related creative subject at university. The UAL Extended Diploma is designed to support progression into higher education.
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a one-year course that bridges Level 3 study and a degree, helping you specialise before committing to a full degree programme.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design: a work-focused alternative to a full degree, available at many further education colleges.
