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Graphic Communication and Digital Design - Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma

at Riverside College Halton, Widnes · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Aimed at School Leavers. Our full time Graphic & Digital Design course offers learners the opportunity to explore a broad range of graphic design practices and digital production techniques. You will study the elements and principles of art and design, idea generation techniques, and design methods, which can then be applied to the development of a range of outcomes. You will work on projects that reflect industry, including logo and branding design, editorial design, packaging design, illustration, photography, image manipulation, and animation. You will learn how to prepare artwork for both print and screen using Macs and Adobe applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.The course has excellent direct progression rates to university and also offers practical advice for direct entry into graphic design and related industries. Field trips, guest speakers and placements in industry all add vocational elements to this exciting course.

What you need to get on

Your GCSE results will determine the level you start at: Level 3 - Five or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language and Maths Level 2 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-3 including English Language and Maths Level 1 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-2 including English Language and Maths Specific grades are required in certain subjects. Find out about individual entry requirements within the course information on the college website or at your college interview.

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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