Study With Us

There are three stages to the programme:

Part 1 - Learning Skills and Content

Through studio and workshop projects, you will be introduced to a diverse range of media, materials and methods of working. You will learn how to research and develop your ideas and how to evaluate and reflect on your progress at relevant stages through reflective learning journals and online blogs.

Part 2 - Development and Progression

The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design course is designed to help you identify and specialise within your chosen area of study, ultimately establishing a high-quality portfolio to prepare you for interview to enter Higher Education and subsequent employment. Building on skills from Part 1, you will integrate your research, ideas and methods of working to produce a body of work that allows you to analyse your interests and ambitions and to investigate directions to pursue.

Part 3 - Project Proposal and Realisation

The focus of Part 3 is on further development of your individuality and independence as you propose and realise your final major project integrating planning, research, ideas, methods, evaluation and reflection. Your project is displayed in the foundation exhibition - open to the public, family and friends.

Through a range of projects involving investigation, research and communication skills, you will examine historical and contemporary aspects of Art and Design in order to analyse and prepare research information for written and seminar presentations.

You will be taught a range of fundamental artistic skills including drawing, mixed-media and painting which will develop into more personal techniques as you progress into areas such as textiles, fashion, 3D and digital work.

As well as regular local visits to galleries, museums and exhibitions, there will be a culturally enriching residential visit to consolidate your understanding of art appreciation and inform your own work.

4 GCSEs at 9-4, including English and maths
AND
An A-Level or Level 3 qualification, preferably in a relevant creative subject

A portfolio of work

This is part of a full-time Study Programme.

It may be available as a standalone fee-paying course that is not part of a full-time Study Programme subject to sufficient interest. For further information call Course Information on 01924 789111.

Tuition and certification are free if you are aged 16-18. Related additional costs may include materials, equipment, visits, and residentials, which are payable by all students.

Any student registered with an Awarding Body who has been given free entry and subsequently withdraws or is withdrawn by a tutor will incur the certification fee associated with the course. Any re-sit examination will incur a cost.

Different fees apply to international/overseas students and those studying this qualification as a standalone course.

For more detailed information on financial support please contact the Financial Support Team on 01924 789304.

Please complete a full-time application form.

If you require an application form or details on how to enrol, please contact Course Information on 01924 789111.

Please email Jen Marshall: j.marshall2@wakefield.ac.uk  or alternatively, please contact Course Information on 01924 789111.

Open Events

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