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Art and Design: Fine Art and Design Pathway - Level 3 Foundation Diploma (UAL)

at Capital City College Group, London · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

This course is accredited by the University of the Arts London (UAL).If you're looking to study fine art at a degree level, but have already achieved A Levels, this preparatory art and design course will help you build a strong portfolio of work you can use for your university application.You will have the opportunity to explore many aspects of art and design within the fine art pathway. The broad experience and skills you acquire in this course will help you to explore your own potential. You will study traditional skills combined with experimental techniques, as well as contemporary art theory and practice.You will also participate in an end-of-year exhibition of work.

What you need to get on

You will need:One A Level and three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 6 or above in Art or a closely related subjectorTwo A Levels and two GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 6 or above in Art or a closely related subjectorFive GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 6 or above in Art or a closely related subjectorLevel 3 Extended DiplomaA portfolio of your art and design workA reference from your previous school/collegeAll applicants must have an interview to confirm that the

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • King's Cross Campus

    211 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8RA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · London

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