Art and Design

During Year 1 students will be introduced to a wide range of techniques and learn new processes, including, observational drawing, black & white darkroom photography, film processing and printing, printmaking, ceramics, screen-printing, CAD & digital exploration, 3D processes,  including wood, metals, plastics and glass, mould making and laser cutting. Additional workshops will take place throughout the year in specialist areas.

5 GCSEs at grade C (or 4) and above or equivalent including English and a related art subject or First Diploma in Art and Design (Merit).

Continuous assessment takes place throughout the course through assignments based upon current art and design practice.  All work is produced through coursework and projects, there are no exams. The course uses practical activities to assess coursework, including peer review, self assessment, presentations, practical activities and exhibitions.

This course is a recognised route into employment and predominantly Higher Education including BA Honours and Foundation Degree programmes.