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
Enter the exciting world behind the camera and discover how creative environments, props and visual storytelling shape the worlds we see across film, theatre, television, fashion and live performance.Our new Level 3 Creative Practice pathway in Art Direction, Set Design and Prop Making for Stage and Screen is designed for imaginative students who want to create immersive visual experiences through design, construction and storytelling. This exciting course combines elements of theatre design, film production, fashion styling, spatial design, prop construction and visual communication to prepare students for the fast-moving creative industries.You'll explore how art directors and set designers build atmosphere, emotion and narrative through space, texture, colour, lighting and objects. Through hands-on projects, collaborative productions and creative experimentation, you'll develop practical skills in set building, prop making, styling environments, scenic painting, model making and visual storytelling.Studying in the heart of London gives you direct access to some of the world's most inspiring creative industries. From theatre productions and museum exhibitions to fashion shoots, film culture and immersive experiences, London becomes your creative classroom.Throughout the course, you'll work on exciting live projects and collaborative productions, building a professional portfolio designed to support progression into our Level 4 UAL Art Direction, Set Design and Prop Making course, which is run in partnership with CSK at Pinewood Studios at the heart of the British Film Industry, university, apprenticeships or careers across stage, screen and creative production industries. Why Choose This Course?Creative industries are expanding rapidly across film, streaming, theatre, fashion content, immersive events and live entertainment. Audiences now expect visually rich, cinematic experiences, and creative designers are at the centre of making those worlds possible.This cour
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English at Level 2/GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above)A portfolio of your art and design workAll 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.
