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Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

In Partnership with Screen Yorkshire The Foundation Art and Design programme is a stimulating course to prepare you for Higher Education or employment, that will allow you to explore a wide range of creative activities before committing yourself to a single area of study within your chosen specialist pathway. Keep an open mind and you will be on your way to joining those professional artists and designers whose work enriches our everyday lives. You will learn through a range of projects involving investigation, research and communication skills, you will examine historical and contemporary aspects of Art and Design in order to analyse and prepare research information for written and seminar presentations. You will be taught a range of fundamental artistic skills including drawing, mixed-media and painting which will develop into more personal techniques as you progress into areas such as textiles, fashion, 3D and digital work. As well as regular local visits to galleries, museums and exhibitions, there will be a culturally enriching residential visit to consolidate your understanding of art appreciation and inform your own work.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English and Maths. AND An A Level or Level 3 qualification, preferably in a relevant creative subject. PLUS a portfolio of work.

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

  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Wakefield

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