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Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication (Visual Communication, Merchandising, Styling & Fashion Business) -Level 3 Extended Diploma (UAL)

at Capital City College Group, London · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Study fashion in the heart of London and become part of the next generation of creative image-makers, stylists, marketers and fashion business innovators.Our Level 3 Creative Practice pathways in Visual Communication, Styling for Fashion Visual Merchandising and Fashion Business are designed for students who are passionate about fashion, creativity, social media, branding and storytelling. This industry-focused course explores how fashion brands communicate with audiences through styling, photography, visual merchandising, digital marketing, retail experiences and creative campaigns.You'll work across creative disciplines including fashion styling, photography, art direction, fashion film, journalism, branding, visual merchandising and social media content creation. Through exciting practical projects and live industry briefs, you'll learn how to transform fashion products into compelling visual stories that connect with modern audiences.Based in central London at our vibrant Kings Cross campus, you will benefit from being surrounded by one of the world's most influential fashion capitals. You'll gain inspiration from London's creative culture while developing professional skills in our specialist studios and creative workshop spaces.Throughout the course, you'll collaborate with industry professionals, work on live projects and build a professional portfolio designed to support progression into university, apprenticeships or employment within the fashion industry.You will al

What you need to get on

You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English at Level 2/GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above)A portfolio of your art and design workAll applicants must have an interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

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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