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Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Cambridge for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Art and Design Courses in Cambridge.

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About this course

Free Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Long Road Sixth Form College, full-time over one year.

The course covers three stages of creative practice. You'll start with broad experimentation across materials, techniques, and processes. Then you'll choose a specialism and develop a focused body of work. The final stage is a major project, assessed through an end-of-year exhibition. Previous exhibitions have been held at venues including the Fitzwilliam Museum and Kettle's Yard. You'll also take part in workshops, gallery visits, and talks from industry professionals.

You'll finish with a Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

https://www.longroad.ac.uk/foundation-art

Entry requirements

Applicants should meet the following entry qualifications: Grade 4 in GCSE English and GCSE Maths. Successful completion of a full study programme of three A Level courses (or equivalent). A creative A Level with a minimum Grade B, or a Level 3 Applied Qualification in Art, Graphic Design, or Photography at Grade: Extended Certificate: M Diploma: MM Extended Diploma: DMM A portfolio of work must be submitted prior to the interview, demonstrating a standard that will allow you to benefit fro...

What you will learn

  • You'll experiment with a wide range of materials, techniques, and processes.
  • You'll develop critical thinking and reflective practice as part of your creative work.
  • You'll choose a specialism and complete projects relevant to your chosen direction.
  • You'll build a strong portfolio suitable for university or creative industry applications.
  • You'll gain experience of research-led practice, contextualising your work through investigation.
  • You'll receive support with university applications, including UCAS, and career planning.
  • You'll present a final major project as part of an end-of-year exhibition.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio projects, tutorials, and independent creative practice. The course includes guest speaker talks, museum and gallery visits, and local, national, and international excursions. Assessment is through a final major project and an end-of-year exhibition of your work. Teaching staff have professional experience in the arts and creative industries.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Long Road Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to submit a portfolio of work before your interview.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional studio setting.
  • Graphic design assistant, works on visual projects for agencies or in-house teams.
  • Photographer's assistant, supports shoots in commercial or editorial photography.
  • Illustrator, creates artwork for publishing, advertising, or digital media.
  • Set or prop maker, builds environments and objects for film, TV, or theatre.
  • Art technician, supports creative departments in schools, colleges, or galleries.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Fine Art, the natural next step for those focusing on studio-based practice.
  • BA (Hons) Graphic Design, for those who specialised in visual communication.
  • BA (Hons) Photography, for those developing a photographic practice.
  • BA (Hons) Illustration, for those building a portfolio in drawn or digital image-making.
  • Higher or Degree Apprenticeship in a creative discipline, combining work and study.
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