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Level 3 Art and Design Course in Harlow

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Harlow College for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Art and Design Course in Harlow. Classes run at Harlow College, full-time over one or two years. It is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan may be available.

The course covers creative practice across art, design and communication. You will work on assignments, live briefs and presentations to industry professionals. Studios, editing software and exhibition opportunities are all part of the experience. The two-year route leads to the Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication, awarded by University of the Arts London.

You will build a professional portfolio that reflects your skills across games art, graphic design and other creative disciplines. You will finish with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication.

Who this course is for

This is a full-time course over one year (Diploma) or two years (Extended Diploma). A range of assessment methods including assignments, presentations to industry professionals, coursework and live briefs. These will aim to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to specific creative activities in games art application and in the creation of your own professional portfolio. The dedicated professional lecturing team offer industry-standard training in a wide range of practical and theoretical areas to ensure you are well prepared for progression onto Level 3 or into industry. You will work in our dedicated Creative Industries Centre and have access to specialist equipment.

Entry requirements

To begin this course, you will need one of the following:

You will need relevant 4 GCSEs Grades 4 or equivalent. A satisfactory pass at Level 2 UAL or other Awarding Body. You will be invited to interview and asked to bring a portfolio of work that must include a selection of your best art, web or any other design/development work that relates to the various elements of games design.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in art, design and visual communication.
  • You'll create work across games art, graphic design and illustration.
  • You'll build a professional portfolio of your best creative work.
  • You'll use industry-standard editing and design software.
  • You'll respond to live briefs set by industry professionals.
  • You'll develop presentation skills by sharing work with professionals.
  • You'll explore exhibition and project work in dedicated studio spaces.

How you will learn

You will learn through a mix of assignments, coursework, presentations and live briefs. Classes are classroom and studio based, full-time during the day. A dedicated lecturing team provides industry-standard training in practical creative skills. You will also take part in exhibitions and trips as part of your studies.

What you will need to bring

You will need to bring a portfolio of your best work to your interview. This should include art, web design, or other design and development work. Harlow College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and campaigns.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, games, advertising and media.
  • Web designer, designs and builds websites and digital interfaces.
  • Games artist, creates characters, environments and assets for games.
  • Art and design technician, supports creative teams in studios or colleges.
  • Visual communications assistant, works on print and digital design projects.
  • Multimedia designer, produces content across video, animation and digital platforms.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration or a related subject at university, building on your Extended Diploma.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Art and Design, a shorter higher-level route into the creative industries.
  • A degree apprenticeship in a creative or digital discipline, combining work and study at degree level.
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