Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication
at St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College, London · sixth form college
What the college says
This course is for those who have a strong interest in the visual arts. It provides an exciting opportunity to explore: architecture, fashion, photography, graphics, product and interior design, textiles, fine art, animation. Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College is an approved centre for the University of the Arts London Awarding Body, which enables us to offer our students opportunities for widening participation schemes, specialist summer schools and a supportive transition to higher education, including London College of Fashion.
What you need to get on
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above ideally including English Language at grade 4 or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma at Merit with English Language at grade 4. In addition/ within those 5 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 4 in an Art-related qualification OR BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design with Merit
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
Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
10 MALWOOD ROAD, LONDON, SW12 8EN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · LONDON
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