Level 3 Extended Diploma Art and Design
at Solihull College and University Centre, Solihull · university
What the college says
On successful completion of the course you will be qualified to enter Higher Education to pursue a Level 4 Foundation Diploma, Higher National Diploma or Degree course. You will also develop the necessary skills to enter the workplace or apprenticeship should you choose to do so.
What you need to get on
You need to have 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, one of which should be Maths or English, and also a creative subject such as Graphic design, Art, or Photography.
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
Stratford-upon-Avon College
The Willows North, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9QR
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Stratford-upon-Avon
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