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Art & Design Introductory Diploma

at Wigan and Leigh College, Wigan · college

Level 1Stepping stonesIntroductory Diploma35 weeksFull time

What the college says

Art & Design courses are taught by expert tutors with industry experience at the College's Centre for Excellence in Creative Arts, based in The Parson's Walk building. You will work on a wide range of projects, including live briefs set by external clients. You will also showcase your work to the public through exhibitions and competitions. This course provides an interesting and varied basic introduction to Art and Design. It will help you to develop your skills and confidence produce creative two and three-dimensional artworks. The main aim of this course is to develop both your art and wider skills such as employability and English and Maths, to enable you to progress to the next level course and in the longer term, gain future employment within the sector.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-2 or equivalent.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Wigan

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