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GCE A Level in Art and Design (Graphics)

at Wilberforce College, Hull · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level Graphic Communication is aimed at students who are creative, curious, and passionate about visual storytelling. It�s the perfect fit if you�re interested in a career in visual design and want to develop both your conceptual thinking and technical skills. The course encourages you to explore and express ideas through imagery, experiment with different design techniques, and build a strong foundation for university-level study or a specialist L3/4 art and design course. It�s a gateway to exciting opportunities in industries like media, advertising, publishing, and branding�essentially, anywhere visual impact matters.

What you need to get on

You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at grades 9-4, including a grade 3 or higher in English Language. It is preferable that you have a Level 2 qualification in an art-based subject (e.g. a Merit at BTEC or a grade 4 at GCSE). If you don�t, you will need to bring a portfolio of work to your interview which we will review as part of the enrolment process.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

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

  • Wilberforce College

    Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road, Hull, HU8 9HD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hull

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