Level 3 Art and Design Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Uxbridge, full-time during the day over 34 weeks. Tuition fees may apply for some learners, though funding may be available depending on your circumstances. This art and design qualification covers creative practice across a broad range of disciplines, developing your technical skills and visual thinking. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your abilities to universities and employers. The course is awarded by University of the Arts London.
Who this course is for
Enhance your skills and knowledge of the art and design world and give your career a boost.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in drawing, composition, and visual communication.
You'll explore a range of art and design disciplines, including 2D, 3D, and digital media.
You'll research and respond to creative briefs, developing your own ideas from concept to finished piece.
You'll build and present a professional portfolio of your work.
You'll study the work of artists and designers to inform your own creative practice.
You'll experiment with materials, techniques, and processes across different specialisms.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, creative projects, and research tasks in the classroom. Assessment is through a portfolio of coursework and externally set assignments. You'll be assessed on your creative process as well as your finished outcomes, so keeping a sketchbook or development journal is a core part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Uxbridge will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer. Create visual content for brands and media.
Illustrator. Produce artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms.
Fashion designer. Develop clothing and textile collections.
Visual merchandiser. Design retail displays and in-store environments.
Art technician. Support creative departments in schools or studios.
Photographer. Work across commercial, editorial, or event photography.
Set or prop designer. Create visual environments for theatre, film, or TV.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion, or Illustration. The Applied General Diploma is recognised for entry to degree programmes at many UK universities, including University of the Arts London colleges.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4). A one-year specialist course that many art schools use as a bridge between school-level study and a degree.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design. A work-focused higher education route if a full degree is not your next step.
