This course builds on the experience of the HNC in Art & Design, with a focus on development of your individual creative identity through both specialist and multidisciplinary studies. You will work on live briefs, competitions and gain experience of being a freelance practitioner. You will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to gain employment or entry to the final year of a Bachelor’s degree. The course culminates in you compiling your portfolio and presenting an exhibition of your work. You will have the opportunity to attend regular trips and visits to design studios, galleries and museums as well as an overseas trip.
Areas of Study include:
• Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation
• Critical Study in Art and Design
• Personal and Professional Development
• Work-based experience
• Art, Design and Media Practice within the Digital Environment
• Drawing Techniques and Processes in Art & Design
• Exhibition of Art Work
• Specialist Textiles Techniques and Processes (optional)
• Jewellery, Accessories and Body Adornment (optional)
• Light Metals in Art & Design (optional)
• Lens-Based Recording Techniques (optional)
• Fine Art Painting (optional)
• Fine Art Printmaking (optional)
• Fine Art Sculpture (optional)
• Fine Art Ceramics (optional)
• Site Specific Fine Art (optional)
• Drawing in Fine Art (optional)
Additional information:
There is a requirement of approximately £500 for equipment and portfolios, though you may be eligible for a bursary. Students will be introduced to Creative Suite and would benefit from having access to this at home. There will be an overseas trip approximately £300 plus expenses. This is not compulsory but is recommended.
Leads to:
Once you have successfully completed your HND, you can then choose to complete a top up year at a university to achieve a full Bachelor’s degree. You can also pursue an advanced apprenticeship or enter employment.
Course Details - Modules
Areas of Study include:
• Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation
• Critical Study in Art and Design
• Personal and Professional Development
• Work-based experience
• Art, Design and Media Practice within the Digital Environment
• Drawing Techniques and Processes in Art & Design
• Exhibition of Art Work
• Specialist Textiles Techniques and Processes (optional)
• Jewellery, Accessories and Body Adornment (optional)
• Light Metals in Art & Design (optional)
• Lens-Based Recording Techniques (optional)
• Fine Art Painting (optional)
• Fine Art Printmaking (optional)
• Fine Art Sculpture (optional)
• Fine Art Ceramics (optional)
• Site Specific Fine Art (optional)
• Drawing in Fine Art (optional)
Course Details – Assessment Method
There will be a range of assessment opportunities informed by placements or work experience. These may include: Presentations, written assignments and/or practical assessment.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
00CW
Institution code:
B09
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
48 UCAS points or an HNC in a related subject or a relevant Level 4 qualification. Other qualifications and experience will be taken into consideration. Adult learners without the relevant qualifications may apply for Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
40%
Go onto work and study:
60%
Fees and funding
England
6165.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6165.0
Year 1
Scotland
6165.0
Year 1
Wales
6165.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
There is a requirement of approximately £500 for equipment and portfolios, though you may be eligible for a bursary. Students will be introduced to Creative Suite and would benefit from having access to this at home. There will be an overseas trip approximately £300 plus expenses. This is not compulsory but is recommended.
Provider information
New Bedford Road
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Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Luton
LU2 7BF
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