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Level 1 Art and Design Course in Redhill

Cost£1,337.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 1 Art and Design Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time over 34 weeks.

The course is a broad introduction to art, design and media. You'll explore drawing and painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and animation. Units cover materials and processes, contextual research, communication skills, and solving creative problems in 2D, 3D, and time-based formats. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and Maths, though the college considers applications on a case-by-case basis.

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

Who this course is for

16 or 16+

What you will learn

  • You'll explore drawing and painting techniques.
  • You'll practise printmaking and photography.
  • You'll work with mixed media, sculpture, and 3D materials.
  • You'll experiment with animation and video.
  • You'll develop contextual research skills.
  • You'll solve creative problems in 2D and 3D formats.
  • You'll work on time-based creative projects.
  • You'll build communication skills relevant to art and design.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio work in the classroom. Units are assessed through a portfolio of creative work and projects. You'll complete tasks across different art and design disciplines, building a body of work that demonstrates your skills and creative development.

What you will need to bring

You may need to buy some materials if you choose to work with resources not provided by the college. East Surrey College will give you a full materials list on your first day.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a creative workspace.
  • Photography assistant, helps with shoots and image editing.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays for shops and retail spaces.
  • Print technician, produces printed materials using specialist equipment.
  • Art and design technician, supports creative departments in schools or studios.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design (UAL), the natural next step after this course, covering more advanced creative practice.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production (UAL), a good route if you want to focus on animation, video, or digital media.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, leads toward higher education or employment in the creative industries.
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