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Foundation Art and Design - Level 3/4

at Riverside College Halton, Widnes · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Aimed at School Leavers. This is one of the most valuable qualifications that someone pursuing a career in the creative industries can study as it allows you to build a professional portfolio enabling you to progress onto university or employment.The majority of Art and Design degree courses require this qualification in addition to A Levels as it guarantees students make a more accurate choice of specialism in art and offers them more mature and creative students.It is a diagnostic course, designed to help students experience a wide range of Art & Design disciplines in which to develop a strong portfolio in their chosen field.Once you have sampled the variety of art disciplines you can make an informed choice as to your specialisation and will then be guided through the UCAS system to progress to the right degree course for you.

What you need to get on

You need to have passed a full A-Level in Art, Textiles, Graphics or Photography or gained a Merit on an Extended Diploma Level 3 Art and Design or related course.

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

  • Cronton Sixth Form College

    CRONTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE Cronton Lane, WIDNES, WA8 5WA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · WIDNES

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