Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Worthing – Northbrook MET West Durrington Campus

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Worthing. Classes run full-time at Northbrook MET West Durrington Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll work across drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D, textiles, fashion, graphics, and illustration, using state-of-the-art studios and workshops. To start, you'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a Level 2 qualification, plus a portfolio of your creative work. A portfolio review with the course leader is part of the application.

Who this course is for

Note! Not Available as a Free Course For Jobs outside GLA or Devolved Areas. p If you would like a career in graphics or illustration or a related area then this is the course for you. /p p Based within the exciting and vibrant creative industries department our graphic design and illustration course provides you with the opportunity to build your skills in a variety of areas including design drawing print and digital design. /p p This course can be studied over two years; the UAL Diploma is completed in the first year and the UAL Extended Diploma in the second year. Year 2 is a continuation of your studies to a more advanced level. You will further develop your skills and techniques and undertake an advanced major project. /p ul

Entry requirements

p To join this Level 3 course you should have at least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a Level 2 qualification. /p p You should also have a portfolio of your art/design work. Portfolio review with the course tutor. Your portfolio of work must demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the subject area. You are required to bring sketchbooks evidence of research and observational drawings examples of developmental work as well as some final pieces. We are a

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in drawing and observational work across a range of subjects.
  • You'll explore painting techniques and build a body of finished work.
  • You'll practise printmaking processes in a dedicated studio environment.
  • You'll create 3D work using workshop facilities.
  • You'll experiment with textiles and fashion design.
  • You'll produce graphics and illustration projects.
  • You'll build and present a professional portfolio of creative and developmental work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio and workshop practice, producing work across a range of creative disciplines. Assessment is based on the work you produce, including sketchbooks, research evidence, developmental work, and final pieces. You'll attend classes full-time during the day at the campus. A portfolio review takes place before you start, and your progress is assessed through the body of creative work you build throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring a portfolio of your creative work to the application stage. This should include sketchbooks, evidence of research, observational drawings, developmental work, and some final pieces. Northbrook MET West Durrington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer: create visual content for print and digital media.
  • Illustrator: produce artwork for publishing, advertising, and media.
  • Textile designer: design patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Fashion design assistant: support designers in producing clothing ranges.
  • Printmaker: create original prints for galleries, studios, or commercial clients.
  • Art technician: support studio and workshop activities in schools or colleges.
  • Visual merchandiser: design and dress retail displays and store environments.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4): a common next step before applying to a degree course, helping you specialise and build your portfolio further.
  • BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Fashion, or Textiles: a three-year degree at university, leading to graduate-level roles in the creative industries.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design: a two-year higher education qualification available at some colleges, bridging the gap between Level 3 and a full degree.

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