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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Redruth

Cost£1,292.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Redruth. Classes run at Cornwall College Camborne, full-time during the day.

You'll work across multiple creative disciplines over the course of a year. Units cover drawing, design, mixed media, and other practical areas, and you build a personal portfolio through workshops, sketchbook development, and self-directed projects. Entry requirements include three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including GCSE English or maths at grade 3 or equivalent.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

If you want a practical creative course where you can experiment and find your strengths this diploma gives you the space to try multiple disciplines. You will build a portfolio through workshops sketchbook development and projects you can personalise. It prepares you to progress to Level 3 or other creative pathways.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and this must include GCSE English or maths grade 3 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the English and/or maths requirements of the Level 2 course. Electively Home Educated Applicants • Students must hav

What you will learn

  • You'll experiment with a range of creative disciplines, including drawing, painting, and mixed media.
  • You'll develop a personal sketchbook as part of your creative practice.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work across different projects.
  • You'll explore design principles and visual communication.
  • You'll personalise projects to reflect your own creative interests and strengths.
  • You'll develop skills in evaluating and refining your own work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshops, studio sessions, and project-based work in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your creative process through sketchbooks, finished pieces, and project outcomes. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College Camborne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports visual projects in a studio or agency.
  • Illustration assistant, creates artwork for print, digital, or publishing clients.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs product displays for retail environments.
  • Photography assistant, supports shoots in commercial or studio settings.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and supports creative departments in schools or colleges.
  • Craft maker or designer-maker, produces handmade goods for sale or commission.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Art and Design Diploma, the natural next step and a route into higher education or specialist creative training.
  • Level 3 Graphic Design Diploma, for those who want to focus on digital and visual communication.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a one-year course that prepares you for a degree in a creative subject.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design, for those ready to study at Level 4.
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