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Level 3 Graphic Design, Digital Art and Animation

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, WAKEFIELD · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Graphic Design is an exciting and rapidly growing area within Art & Design. Designers use a wide range of creative techniques to produce engaging visuals for posters, packaging, book covers, advertising, branding, and motion graphics. On this course, you will develop your skills using industry-standard Adobe software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and After Effects. You will combine digital tools with traditional art and design techniques to create personal, high-quality work and build a professional portfolio for progression into the creative industries. The course is ideal for anyone with a creative mindset who wants to develop their design skills and pursue a career in graphic design or related fields. Alongside practical work, you will build confidence and gain valuable employability skills, including teamwork, application writing and interview techniques, preparing you for university, apprenticeships or employment. Teaching is delivered through practical assignments and workshops led by experienced, supportive staff. You will have access to specialist studios and IT suites, working across 2D and 3D media with a range of industry-standard tools. You will create a variety of design outcomes such as branding, editorial layouts, websites, packaging, animation and motion graphics, while also exploring the graphic design industry and contemporary practice. Guest speakers and industry professionals will provide insight into real-world design environments. Please no

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English or Maths and a Grade 3 in either English or Maths. OR 4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English or Maths and a Level 2 in either English or Maths. OR Successful completion of Level 2 at Merit Grade and GCSE English or Maths at Grade 4 and Level 2 English or Maths. PLUS Satisfactory interview and a portfolio of work for all options above.

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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