Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Camden. Classes run full-time at King's Cross Campus, five days a week during the day. This University of the Arts London Diploma covers interior design and surface pattern, blending traditional and digital creative techniques. In year one you build skills in materials, processes, and equipment. Year two is more independent, letting you develop your own creative practice. The course runs over 36 weeks per year across two years. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above and a portfolio of creative work to apply.
Who this course is for
Images are part of everyday life - do you love looking at and creating them? If you're passionate about photography, graphic-based communication, and exploring both traditional and emerging technologies like AI, then this course is ideal for you. This course equips you with the technical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for contemporary image-making. It encourages you to develop creative ideas through analogue film and digital photography, graphic design, and artificial intelligence. You will explore visual storytelling through a wide range of photographic imagery and graphic project briefs.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit or Functional Skills in Maths and English.All applicants must have an interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in interior design and surface pattern across traditional and digital methods.
You'll work in a print studio using screen printing, etching, and heat press techniques.
You'll use industry-standard software in Mac suites to produce digital work.
You'll build a creative identity by responding to set briefs and self-directed projects.
You'll practise drawing, painting, and sculpture in dedicated studio spaces.
You'll use digital photography equipment with technical support on hand.
You'll collaborate with peers and develop a professional portfolio of work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practice, set briefs, and independent projects. Teaching takes place in specialist spaces including print studios, digital photography studios, and open studio areas. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio development rather than written exams. In year one the focus is guided and skills-based. In year two you work more independently, shaping your own creative direction.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a portfolio of creative work to apply. This can include digital and traditional illustration, graphic design, print, drawing and painting, or photography. King's Cross Campus will confirm any materials you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Interior designer: plan and design interior spaces for clients
Surface pattern designer: create repeat patterns for textiles, wallpaper, and print
Graphic designer: produce visual content for brands and publications
Illustrator: create artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital media
Set designer: design environments for theatre, film, or television
Visual merchandiser: style retail displays and brand environments
Art technician: support creative departments in schools or studios
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Interior Design: a degree-level route into professional interior design practice.
BA (Hons) Textile Design: focuses on surface pattern, weave, and print at degree level.
BA (Hons) Graphic Design: develops visual communication skills for a design career.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (UAL): a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study across a range of creative disciplines.
