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Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Level 3

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma35 weeksFull time£5,421

What the college says

An intensive and challenging one year programme that bridges the gap between the structure of Level 3 study (A Levels) and Level 4 (university). You will; Learn to challenge pre-conceptions of what art can be take risks and make exciting and innovative work Run a live arts community project 'Big Draw' and exhibit your work in a professional gallery environment which is open to the public Develop intellectual curiosity through critical understanding and advanced learning Identify and interpret your strengths and direction through continuous diagnostic and progressive exploration of skills and concepts central to art design craft and communication practice Curate your work in a professional exhibition space open to the public supported by specialist techniciansThe course has a consistent 100% satisfaction rate (Student Survey 2019 2020 and 2021). In the year 2021/22 100% of students passed the qualification and 100% of students who applied to university achieved their first or second choice."I have enjoyed exploring the Foundation course as I have been able to work independently and discover new and exciting processes which have aided my progression to Higher Education." "I'm excited to move on to a more intensely focused course at university and feel that I have benefited greatly from my time at Ware HRC." "I have explored new ways of thinking and this has led me to pursue a degree in Fashion and Textile Design which I had never considered before."

What you need to get on

You will need; To be at least 18 years of age 200 GCSE points (5 GCSEs at Grade C or above Grade 4 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure) including English Language and Mathematics A Levels or an Extended Diploma or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in a related field To provide examples of art and design work at interview We also welcome applications from students with relevant experience or qualifications

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

  • Ware Campus

    Hertford Regional College Scotts Road, Ware, SG12 9JF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ware

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