Art and Design

Course summary

This broad-based course is designed to help you develop a range of creative skills. The first year Diploma course includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, graphic design, fashion and textiles and sculpture. You will be encouraged to experiment with a variety of materials and techniques, and you will develop your skills in communicating your ideas and opinions, whilst you will learn about other artists and designers The Art Diploma is a very practical course that allows you to experience a range of art and design activities before choosing the field you wish to specialise in. As the course progresses you will concentrate on the skills for your chosen area and develop confidence in your own ideas and creativity. You will cover a range of skills and projects all based on actual creative and design scenarios through 8 units of study developing your knowledge and understanding for art and design in all specialist areas, ending in an externally moderated Major Final Project.