Course Summary

The Foundation Degree in Art and Design Practice (delivered in partnership with University of Plymouth) will develop skills in traditional disciplines and contemporary practices as well as exploring new media. In Year 1 (Level 4) it is proposed that there will be five studio based and one professional practice module. Throughout these modules there will be a choice of sub briefs which will allow students to choose a project with equal learning experiences and opportunities allowing for outcomes appropriate for personal interests and professional aspirations. Year 2 (Level 5) study is aimed at allowing students exploration and development of their personal creative practice and build upon their autonomy as practitioners. Two modules will establish a foundation for personal Art and Design practice. There is a project based module giving the opportunity to define and explore a creative project allowing the student to develop their personal studio practice. Two further modules will allow the student to identify and test their creative practice within the studio and to present their creative conclusions. The final module will enable the student the opportunity to research and develop their professional persona and to establish an appropriate network of opportunities for their creative practice.

Course Details - Modules

Proposed modules: Year 1: Initiating Creative Practice; Studio Practice 1; Studio Practice 2; Studio Practice 3; Personal Studio Practice; Professional Practice. Year 2: Research; Creative Solutions; Negotiated Project; Development of Visual Language; Consolidation; Professional Identity.

Course Details – Assessment Method

This course is assessed through a combination of coursework and exhibition.

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: W201

Institution code: W66

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

Applications are welcomed from candidates with a subject-specific Level 3 course such as a National Subsidiary/Diploma/Extended Diploma, A Level, Access to Higher Education Course. Applications are invited from a wide range of backgrounds including mature students who hold relevant work experience and/or qualifications, and/or learning through experience. We also welcome applications from more recent Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3), A Level or BTEC Extended Diploma in General Art and Design students with 48 UCAS points achieved. International applicants will be required to have an IELTS score of 5.5/6 achieved within the last two years to apply for this course. Applicants will normally be invited for interview and should be able to show a recent portfolio of work.


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

International applicants will be required to have an IELTS score of 5.5/6 achieved within the last two years to apply for this course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 55%

Go onto work and study: 65%

Fees and funding

EU 6650.0 Year 1
International 6650.0 Year 1
England 6650.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6650.0 Year 1
Scotland 6650.0 Year 1
Wales 6650.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 6650.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional costs include a £20 College parking permit if applicable, £60 for an art starter pack and typically £600 per annum to include residential, day trips and studio materials. *Note – All costs may be subject to change and may vary dependent on place of purchase. Please note International students will be charged an additional £250 admin fee.

Provider information

Cranford Avenue
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Weymouth
DT4 7LQ

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