Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Rotherham. Classes run full-time at Rotherham College, five days a week during the day. This one-year course covers art, design and communication, helping you build a strong creative practice across a range of disciplines. It leads to a University of the Arts London qualification, which carries weight with universities and creative employers. You'll develop skills that open doors in design, media, and the visual arts.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
What you will learn
You'll develop your creative practice across art, design and visual communication
You'll produce a portfolio of work showing your ideas and creative process
You'll explore a range of materials, techniques and media
You'll learn to research, develop and refine creative concepts
You'll study how design and communication work together in professional contexts
You'll present and evaluate your own creative work
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based projects, practical workshops and classroom sessions. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of creative work rather than written exams. You'll build your portfolio throughout the year, documenting your creative process and finished pieces. Tutors will give feedback on your work as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rotherham College 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
Photography assistant: support shoots in commercial or editorial settings
Visual merchandiser: design retail displays and in-store environments
Junior art director: support creative direction in agencies or studios
Design assistant: work across print, digital or product design teams
Community arts worker: deliver creative projects in schools or community settings
What you could study next
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 4): a natural next step before applying to a degree, recognised by most UK art schools.
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration or a related subject: a three-year degree that takes your creative practice to graduate level.
Higher Technical Qualification in a creative discipline: a shorter, employer-focused route into technical creative roles.
