Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Level 4 (and Level 3*) Diploma
South Essex College
Key Information
Campus location
Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Languages
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Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Aug 2023
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Introduction
Overview
Level 4 course (Available to UK/EU students)
This is a dynamic, intensive and creative course that covers a wide range of specialist areas and helps you prepare a portfolio to assist with entry to a higher education course in an art and design subject. The qualification has been designed to encourage exploration, experimentation and risk taking, which will extend the learners’ critical independence and enable them to demonstrate a full understanding of the relevant standards required to achieve progression to higher education.
*Level 3 and 4 options are available to international students. Please visit the International page for information on how to apply.
Entry Requirements
One A-level or Art and Design Level 3 Extended Diploma plus three GCSEs at grade 4/C including maths and English and an art-related subject, or equivalent
You will be asked to provide evidence of your ability in the subject which could be in the form of a portfolio
Successful attendance at interview event
Course Structure
Graphic design and illustration
Fashion and textiles
Fine art and sculpture
Printmaking and visual communication
Multi-media and photography
Maths and English
Within these specialist areas you will also be able to develop skills in:
Ideas development, creative risk taking and problem solving
Contextual awareness and critique
Drawing, painting and illustration
Photography, digital design and media
Textiles, garment construction and fashion communication
3D application, sculpture and installation
Assessment & Feedback
Your work will be assessed through a mixture of practical tasks and supporting written material. Your progress will be supported by regular, ongoing feedback throughout the course.
Course Cost
Advanced learner loan may be available
School Leavers, full time: FREE
Adult, full time: £3000
School leavers - FREE to UK/EU under 19s not in employment
Adult - Course fee based on 2018-19 for UK/EU students
What Next...
Higher education at university or college, including our degrees in Costume Construction, Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design or Photography at University Centre Southend & Thurrock