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Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Bury Saint Edmunds

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at West Suffolk College, full-time over two years.

You'll work across both hands-on and digital creative skills. Units cover drawing, design, photography, digital media, and visual communication. You'll experiment with materials and develop your own creative style. The course suits those heading toward graphic design, illustration, or digital art.

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

Who this course is for

If you are looking for a fast and fulfilling course to lead you to becoming a graphic designer or digital artist, this course is the one for you.Working alongside other young designers will inspire you to experiment and develop your skills, as well as make friends and connections that will last a lifetime. You will learn a broad range of skills - hands-on and digital - often combining the two to develop highly innovative outcomes.Assignments are focused to teach specialist skills and drive creativity. Becoming fluent with composition, typography, image management, creative flair, product spec requirements and professional standards is the core aim.As the course develops, you will become increasingly specialised and independent. You will build you own online business profile and map your journey into becoming a successful member of the UK and global creative industries.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and mark-making skills across a range of media.
  • You'll explore graphic design, including layout, typography, and branding.
  • You'll work with digital tools used in illustration and web design.
  • You'll study photography and image-making techniques.
  • You'll experiment with mixed media and hands-on making.
  • You'll build a creative portfolio of your own work.
  • You'll learn to develop and present ideas to a brief.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based projects and set assignments. Work is assessed through a portfolio of creative outcomes and project work. You'll receive feedback throughout the course to develop your practice. Final assessment is based on the work you produce across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Suffolk College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and businesses.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital media.
  • Web designer, designs the look and layout of websites.
  • Art and design assistant, supports creative teams in studios or agencies.
  • Digital content creator, makes visual assets for social media and online platforms.
  • Photographer, works across commercial, editorial, or event photography.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Graphic Design, a degree for those wanting to specialise in design.
  • BA (Hons) Fine Art, for those pursuing a career in studio art or gallery work.
  • BA (Hons) Illustration, a degree focused on professional illustration practice.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media Production, a work-focused alternative to a full degree.
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