This UAL National Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design is an Applied General qualification studied over two years and equivalent to three A Levels. It has been developed for students passionate about art and design and wishing to progress into both higher education and a career in the creative sector. This study programme provides a fundamental understanding of the materials, techniques and processes used in the art and design process. Our purpose is to guide your learning supplying you with essential knowledge of how to use the creative process, research methods, idea and concept development, the use of appropriate materials and methods, evaluation and reflection of creative practice. You will have access to excellent facilities and staff with specialist 'real world' skills that will develop you for your future career and as part of your preparation for BA application. This course primarily attracts school leavers but we welcome students keen on upgrading skills and returning to study.
4 GCSEs grade 4 or above in English and Maths.
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the qualification including a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment: External, Internal and Synoptic. Achievement in the qualification requires a demonstration of depth of study in each unit, assured acquisition of a range of practical skills required for employment or progression to HE, and successful development of transferable skills. Learners achieving a qualification will have achieved across mandatory units including external and synoptic assessment. Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass and Unclassified.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ashfield Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0HB |
This UAL National Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design is an Applied General qualification studied over two years and equivalent to three A Levels. It has been developed for students passionate about art and design and wishing to progress into both higher education and a career in the creative sector. This study programme provides a fundamental understanding of the materials, techniques and processes used in the art and design process. Our purpose is to guide your learning supplying you with essential knowledge of how to use the creative process, research methods, idea and concept development, the use of appropriate materials and methods, evaluation and reflection of creative practice. You will have access to excellent facilities and staff with specialist 'real world' skills that will develop you for your future career and as part of your preparation for BA application. This course primarily attracts school leavers but we welcome students keen on upgrading skills and returning to study.
4 GCSEs grade 4 or above in English and Maths.
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the qualification including a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment: External, Internal and Synoptic. Achievement in the qualification requires a demonstration of depth of study in each unit, assured acquisition of a range of practical skills required for employment or progression to HE, and successful development of transferable skills. Learners achieving a qualification will have achieved across mandatory units including external and synoptic assessment. Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass and Unclassified.