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Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Benfleet

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Benfleet. Classes run at USP College Seevic Campus, full-time over two years. This free art and design course focuses on animation and visual effects for the film and TV industry. You'll work on coursework projects using industry software to develop techniques used in animation and visual effects production today. To apply, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language or Maths, or a Level 2 BTEC Diploma in a relevant creative subject with GCSE English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above. You'll also need to present a portfolio of your artwork.

Who this course is for

This is a 2 year course for students interested in developing creative skills required to work within the media & film industry, with a particular focus on the world of animation and visual effects. Students will work on several coursework projects throughout the course, using various software’s to develop and improve on specific techniques used for animation and visual effects in the Film & TV industry today. Students will have the opportunity to showcase what they have learned throughout the course in their Final Major Project, during which they will have the freedom to work on a brief and project of their choosing

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language or Maths

or

A Level 2 BTEC Diploma or above in a relevant creative subject and GCSE English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above

You will be required to present a body of your artwork to demonstrate your skill and commitment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop animation techniques used in the film and TV industry.
  • You'll learn visual effects skills using industry-standard software.
  • You'll build a portfolio of coursework projects across different creative briefs.
  • You'll explore the creative and technical processes behind media and film production.
  • You'll practise using multiple software tools relevant to animation and visual effects.
  • You'll present and showcase your work to demonstrate your creative development.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on coursework projects in the classroom, using software to produce animation and visual effects work. Assessment is portfolio-based, built up through projects over the two years. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your completed work at the end of the course. Teaching is delivered face-to-face at USP College Seevic Campus during daytime hours.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Seevic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animator: creating animated content for film, TV, or digital media.
  • Visual effects artist: producing VFX for screen productions.
  • Motion graphics designer: designing animated graphics for broadcast or online.
  • Junior video editor: editing footage for TV, film, or social media.
  • Digital media assistant: supporting creative production across media formats.
  • Storyboard artist: planning visual sequences for animation or film projects.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Animation, Visual Effects, or Film Production at university. The University of the Arts London Diploma is recognised by many higher education institutions.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 HNC or HND in Creative Media Production or Digital Media, if you want a shorter higher-education route before entering work.
  • A degree-level apprenticeship in a creative or digital media discipline, combining work and study.
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