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Art & Design - Visual Communication (Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Photography) Level 3 Extended Diploma

at Warwickshire College, Royal Leamington Spa · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The Extended Diploma Visual Communication is a two year, full time course aimed at those who have an interest in developing their creative abilities, knowledge, understanding and practical skills in the areas of Graphic Design, Photography and Interactive Media. Students will explore all 3 areas in the first year of the course, then progressively specialise in their preferred area. The qualification is equivalent to three ‘A’ Levels and is suitable for school leavers or mature students.This course is delivered as two qualifications, each a year long (usually a national or 90 credit diploma in Year 1 and the extended diploma in Year 2). Students who are 18 years old when they start Year 1 will therefore be 19 at the start of Year 2 and may be subject to fees for the Year 2 qualification. All learners will need to successfully complete the Year 1 qualification to be able to progress to the Year 2 qualification.

What you need to get on

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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

  • Royal Leamington Spa College

    Warwick New Road, Leamington Spa, CV32 5JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Leamington Spa

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