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Free Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Sutton Coldfield

CostFREE
Duration42 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Sutton Coldfield. Classes run at Sutton Coldfield College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for 42 weeks and covers a wide range of creative disciplines. You'll explore fine art, 3D design, textiles, fashion, graphic design, and photography. Then you specialise in the area that suits you best. It's an intensive Level 3 foundation art and design qualification designed to prepare you for higher education, including BA degrees and HNDs.

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

Who this course is for

This intensive post-A Level programme is designed to prepare you for entry into higher education, including BA degrees and HNDs. You�ll explore a wide range of creative disciplines�fine art, 3D design, textiles, fashion, graphic design and photography�before specialising in your chosen field.

Entry requirements

You�ll need 2 A Levels (preferably one in an art-related subject) or a Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design. You�ll also need to present a portfolio of artwork at interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore fine art techniques and practice.
  • You'll develop skills in 3D design and spatial thinking.
  • You'll work with textiles and fashion design.
  • You'll study graphic design and visual communication.
  • You'll practise photography and image-making.
  • You'll build and present a professional portfolio of artwork.
  • You'll specialise in a chosen creative discipline.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practice, projects, and creative workshops. Assessment is portfolio-based, drawing on the work you produce across the year. You'll also attend an interview and present your portfolio as part of the entry process. The course is classroom and studio based, with full-time daytime attendance across 42 weeks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Coldfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to bring a portfolio of your existing artwork to your interview.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and media.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or fine art photography.
  • Textile designer, designs fabrics and patterns for fashion or interiors.
  • Fashion designer, develops clothing and accessories for brands or independently.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital media.
  • Art director, leads creative vision for campaigns, publications, or film.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion, or a related subject, the natural next step after this foundation art and design course.
  • BA (Hons) in Photography or Illustration, for those who specialise in image-based disciplines.
  • HND in Art and Design, a two-year higher education route if you prefer a more structured vocational path.
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