Level 3 Art and Design Course in Folkestone. Classes run at Folkestone College, full-time during the day. If you are 17 or under, the course may be free. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college directly to find out what funding is available to you. This level 3 art and design qualification runs over 44 weeks and covers a broad range of creative disciplines, including fashion illustration, graphic design, interior design, architecture, advertising, and web design. You will build a professional portfolio through practical projects and contextual assignments. Assessment combines practical work, written assignments, and presentations.
Who this course is for
Widen your knowledge of Art and Design, and extend your practical, hands-on making skills with this Level 3 course.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical making skills across fashion illustration, interior design, architecture, graphic design, advertising, and web design
You'll build a professional portfolio to support assessment and future applications
You'll complete contextual assignments that deepen your understanding of the art world
You'll work on creative projects that focus on research and creative development
You'll gain experience working on paid commercial contracts through the college's Creative Agency
You'll take part in trips and expert talks to extend your learning beyond the classroom
How you will learn
This is a mainly practical programme. You will learn through hands-on studio projects, contextual written assignments, and presentations. Assessment is based on a combination of practical work, written evidence, and presentation assignments. Your portfolio is central to assessment throughout the course. Classes are classroom based, full-time, during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Folkestone College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: creating visual content for brands and media
Illustrator: producing artwork for publishing, fashion, or advertising
Interior designer: planning and styling interior spaces
Web designer: designing layouts and visuals for websites
Advertising creative: developing campaigns and visual concepts
Art and design technician: supporting creative studios or education settings
What you could study next
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 4): a common next step before applying to a degree programme, helping you specialise and strengthen your portfolio.
BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fashion, or Fine Art: degree-level study at a university or art school, building on the skills and portfolio you develop on this course.
Higher Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital: a work-based route into the creative industries at Level 4 or above.
