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Free Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Widnes

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Widnes. Classes run at Cronton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day.

You'll explore a broad range of creative disciplines. The course helps you build a professional portfolio and find your specialism. Topics include drawing, mixed media, digital art, and design practice. You'll need a full A Level in Art, Textiles, Graphics, or Photography to apply. Alternatively, a Merit on an Extended Diploma in Art and Design or a related subject is accepted.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Foundation Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

Aimed at School Leavers. This is one of the most valuable qualifications that someone pursuing a career in the creative industries can study as it allows you to build a professional portfolio enabling you to progress onto university or employment.The majority of Art and Design degree courses require this qualification in addition to A Levels as it guarantees students make a more accurate choice of specialism in art and offers them more mature and creative students.It is a diagnostic course, designed to help students experience a wide range of Art & Design disciplines in which to develop a strong portfolio in their chosen field.Once you have sampled the variety of art disciplines you can make an informed choice as to your specialisation and will then be guided through the UCAS system to progress to the right degree course for you.

Entry requirements

You need to have passed a full A-Level in Art, Textiles, Graphics or Photography or gained a Merit on an Extended Diploma Level 3 Art and Design or related course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills across a range of creative disciplines, including drawing, painting, and printmaking.
  • You'll build a professional art and design portfolio.
  • You'll explore digital art and design tools and techniques.
  • You'll experiment with mixed media and three-dimensional work.
  • You'll research and respond to creative briefs in a structured way.
  • You'll identify your specialist area within art and design.
  • You'll present and evaluate your own creative work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practice, project work, and creative briefs. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your creative process and finished work throughout the year. There may also be written evaluations and presentations to support your portfolio.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cronton Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms.
  • Textile designer, designs patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or fine art photography.
  • Art director, leads visual creative projects in agencies or studios.
  • Animator, creates moving image content for film, games, or online media.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Fine Art, the natural next step for those focused on fine art practice.
  • BA (Hons) Graphic Design, for those who found a passion for visual communication.
  • BA (Hons) Illustration, a specialist degree building on portfolio and drawing skills.
  • BA (Hons) Fashion Design, for those drawn to textiles and garment construction during the course.
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