Level 3 Art and Design Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, full-time over 36 weeks. You'll explore specialist areas including fine art, photography, fashion and textiles, and graphic and 3D design. Studios are equipped with professional cameras, a darkroom, and Apple Mac suites running Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. You'll work on creative briefs and hands-on projects, building a portfolio that supports applications to university or creative industry roles. Entry requirements are assessed individually.
Who this course is for
16-18 Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across fine art, photography, fashion and textiles, and graphic and 3D design.
You'll work with industry-standard design software including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
You'll use professional photography studios and a darkroom to develop technical photography skills.
You'll produce work in response to creative briefs, turning ideas into professional visual outcomes.
You'll build a portfolio of work suitable for university applications or employment in the creative industries.
You'll engage with live projects and external exhibitions, gaining experience beyond the classroom.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on studio projects, creative briefs, and practical assignments across specialist areas. Classes are classroom and studio based, with access to professional art studios, photography facilities, and Apple Mac suites. Your progress is assessed through portfolio work and project outcomes rather than written exams. Entry requirements are assessed individually before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer, creating visual content for brands and media
Photographer, working in commercial, editorial, or events settings
Fashion and textiles assistant, supporting design teams in the industry
Junior illustrator, producing artwork for print or digital clients
Visual merchandiser, designing in-store displays for retail brands
Art studio assistant, supporting artists or creative studios
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Photography, or Fashion Design at university. A strong portfolio from this level 3 art and design qualification supports applications to degree courses.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, if you want to deepen specialist study before applying to university.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design, a work-focused alternative to a full degree for those entering the creative industries sooner.
