Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Lichfield. Classes run at South Staffordshire College Lichfield Campus, full-time during the day. This is a two-year programme that builds creative, technical, and transferable skills across art, design, and communication. You'll develop your practice across areas including design, media, fashion, and digital, while building skills in collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial problem-solving. The course runs over 35 weeks per year and is validated by the University of the Arts London. To apply, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a creative subject and either English or maths, plus a portfolio for interview.
Who this course is for
This two-year full-time programme builds creative, technical, and transferable skills for success in the creative industries or related fields. You’ll develop innovation, adaptability, collaboration, and entrepreneurial problem-solving, preparing for higher education or dynamic careers in design, media, fashion, digital, and more.
What you will learn
You'll develop creative and technical skills across art, design, and communication disciplines.
You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your creative range and skill level.
You'll explore design, media, fashion, and digital as areas of creative practice.
You'll practise collaboration, adaptability, and entrepreneurial problem-solving.
You'll develop the skills needed to progress to higher education or work in the creative industries.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practice, project work, and guided development of your creative portfolio. Classes are classroom and studio based, full-time during the day. Assessment includes portfolio review, practical projects, and interview-based evaluation. Your work is assessed against the standards set by the University of the Arts London.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Staffordshire College Lichfield Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to bring a portfolio of your creative work to your interview as part of the application process.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: creating visual content for brands and media
Digital designer: producing assets for websites, apps, and social platforms
Fashion designer: developing clothing and textile collections
Illustrator: producing artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital media
Art director: leading visual direction for campaigns or productions
Media producer: creating content across film, photography, or broadcast
Visual merchandiser: designing retail displays and brand environments
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Graphic Design or Illustration: a degree that deepens specialist practice and opens graduate-level roles.
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: for those who want to focus on fashion and textiles at degree level.
BA (Hons) Digital Media: covers digital content, UX, and interactive design.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a one-year course some learners take before a specialist degree, depending on their chosen university route.
