Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication

Level 3Applied and BTECDiplomaUniversity of the Arts London

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.

145 providers teach this exact qualification.

South East50

Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 2 weeks
They ask for: 5 GCSES at Grade 4 including English or Maths or a pass in the subject at Level 2 with a Grade 3/Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths.
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
Their version£3,345
Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
Their version£3,345
Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
Their version£3,345
Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
Their version£3,345
Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
Their version£3,345
Activate Learning
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work or portfolio).. For
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Basingstoke College of Technology
Basingstoke · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please see our website for full details
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Basingstoke College of Technology
Basingstoke · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please see our website for full details
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: To join this Level 3 course you should have at least four GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above including English and maths or a Level 2 qualification. You should also h
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English maths and a creative subject. A passion for art and design and a commitment to hard wor
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: p You will need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English maths and a creative subject plus a portfolio of your creative work. If you do not mee
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: p To join this Level 3 course you should have at least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a Level 2 qualification. /p p You should a
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: div You'll require at least four GCSEs grade 4 or above including English maths and preferably a creative subject. strong Also you will have to pass a six week
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p To start at this level you need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a Level 2 qualification. You will also need a portf
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: div To start at this level you need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a Level 2 qualification. You will also need a por
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: p You will need either: /p ul li 5 GCSEs at grades 4 or above including English maths and art /li li An equivalent such as a L2 Diploma in Art and Design at gra
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p Applicants must have Maths and English GCSE at 4 or higher /p p Must have Art GCSE 4 or higher or an equivalent Level 2 Art qualification /p p Learners will b
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 2 years
They ask for: p You will need one of the following: /p ul li 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language Maths & an art based subject. /li li A relevant BTEC level
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East Surrey College
Redhill · 68 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 96 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 96 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 96 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 96 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Havant and South Downs College
Waterlooville · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 including Maths, English and an art based subject.Alternatively, if you have studied at Level 2, you should have achieved a Merit or abo
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Havant and South Downs College
Waterlooville · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grades 4 or above including a creative art-based subject and English Language.
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Havant and South Downs College
Waterlooville · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including an art subject and English Language or a UAL Level 2 Diploma/First Diploma. It may be possible to start without a GCSE
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 year
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and maths at grade 4/C or above.
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 year
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and maths at grade 4/C or above.
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 year
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and maths at grade 4/C or above.
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 year
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and maths at grade 4/C or above.
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 week
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and maths at grade C/4 or above.
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Queen Mary'S College
Basingstoke · 1 year
They ask for: Please see website
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need five GCSEs at grades 4-9, or equivalent (including English and maths) OR Relevant Level 2 qualification (merit or distinction grade) including GCS
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need five GCSEs at grades 4-9, or equivalent (including English and maths) OR A relevant Level 2 qualification (merit or distinction grade) including G
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Sparsholt College
Winchester · 490 hours
They ask for: See website.
Their version£3,048
The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above. One of these must be English or maths. A strong portfolio of creative work.
Their version£3,345

London23

Big Creative Academy
London · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English (or equivalent). A GCSE grade 3 or Level 2 in Art and Design would be desirable.
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in Engl
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Capital City College Group
London · 37 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSES at grade 4 (C) or above.A portfolio of creative work demonstrating an interest in any creative area, including digital and traditional
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in Engl
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Capital City College Group
London · 37 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit or Functional Skills in Maths
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in Engl
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Capital City College Group
London · 37 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in Engl
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above.A portfolio of creative work demonstrating an interest in any creative area, including digital and traditional
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Croydon College
Croydon · 34 weeks
They ask for: Four GCSEs grade 9-4 and a satisfactory school reference. Including Art at grade 4 or a relevant subject as a minimum. A suitable portfolio will be required.
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Croydon College
Croydon · 35 weeks
They ask for: To enrol in this course, candidates must meet the following criteria: Educational Qualifications: Four GCSEs at grades 9-4/A*-C, or a related Level 2 vocational
Their version£3,345
Croydon College
Croydon · 35 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) or a related Level 2 vocational qualification (at merit or higher), including English and maths. Equivalence of these qualifications wi
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Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
London · 2 years
They ask for: You will need: Four GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English and maths or A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level
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Education For Industry Group
9 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Education For Industry Group
9 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 34 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Morley College
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: - You will need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths - A successful interview which will include showing examples of your current creative
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Morley College
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths. A successful interview which will include showing examples of your current creative wo
Their version£3,345
South Thames Colleges Group
Kingston Upon Thames · 2 years
They ask for: Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk
Their version£3,345
Stanmore College
Stanmore · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Westminster City Council
London · 31 days
They ask for: The course is open to all applicants.
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Westminster City Council
London · 57 days
They ask for: The course is open to all applicants.
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Westminster City Council
London · 64 days
They ask for: The course is open to all applicants.
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Westminster City Council
London · 55 days
They ask for: The course is open to all applicants.
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East of England16

Bedford College
Bedford · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
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Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) which should ideally include Maths and/or English. You are welcome to bring along a portfolio of your artwork, although this is not a
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs (9-4), including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent and an Art and Design subject, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) i
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs (9-4), including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent and an Art and Design subject, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) i
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs (9-4), including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent and an Art and Design subject, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) i
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs (9-4), including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent, and an Art and Design or Textiles subject, or satisfactory results (Merit/D
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs (9-4), including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 2 qualifica
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and maths and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and maths and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and maths and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and maths and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma
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Oaklands College
St. Albans · 36 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 including maths and English or a full Level 2 with a merit profile and grades 9 - 4 in English & maths.
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Oaklands College
St. Albans · 36 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 including maths and English or a full Level 2 with a merit profile and grades 9 - 4 in English & maths.
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Suffolk New College
Ipswich · 1 year
They ask for: Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including maths and/or English, or a Level 2 qualification plus maths and/or English at Grade 4 or above. As part of the entry re
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Unified Seevic Palmer'S College
Benfleet · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. This may also include a appropriate Level 2 qualification.
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West Herts College
Watford · 33 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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West Midlands14

Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham · 41 weeks
They ask for: You�ll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. You�ll also need to present a portfolio of creative work at interview, whi
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Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham · 41 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. Maths can be retaken during the course. You�ll also need an Art or Design-related GCSE or a Leve
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Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham · 42 weeks
They ask for: You�ll need 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or maths. Alternatively, a Level 2 Diploma in a related subject at Merit or Distinction grade is acce
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City of Wolverhampton College
2 years
They ask for: To access this course you are required to: Have four or more GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above including English or maths OR Level 2 qualification in a related area
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Hereward College of Further Education
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: For Level 3 courses, students will have a Level 2 Diploma qualification and grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English.
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a creative subject and one of which must be either English or maths. Full Level 2 Diploma in a Creative subject (Merit) w
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Stoke On Trent College
Stoke-On-Trent · 34 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grade A*-C/grade 4 and above, BTEC First Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 2 or Intermediate qualification. You will have a pre-induction interview/assessm
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Stoke On Trent College
Stoke-On-Trent · 34 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grade A*-C/grade 4 and above, Level 2 Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 2 or Intermediate qualification. You will have a pre-induction interview/assessment
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Stoke On Trent College
Stoke-On-Trent · 34 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grade A*-C/grade 4 and above, Level 2 Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 2 or Intermediate qualification. You will have an interview/assessment to make sure
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Warwickshire College
Royal Leamington Spa · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Warwickshire College
Royal Leamington Spa · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Warwickshire College
Royal Leamington Spa · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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North West12

Blackburn College
Blackburn · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.
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Blackburn College
Blackburn · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.
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Blackburn College
Blackburn · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.
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Blackburn College
Blackburn · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.
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Blackburn College
Blackburn · 1 year
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.
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Bury College
Bury · 2 years
They ask for: For Level 3 Art, Design and Communication: 4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English Language and either Art or Design) OR GCSE 9-4 in English Language & Art or D
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Kendal College
Kendal · 35 weeks
They ask for: Five GCSE at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English or Maths and Art, Design and Media or similar; or a Level 2 (First) Diploma in Art, Design and Media
Their version£3,000
Macclesfield College
Macclesfield · 35 weeks
They ask for: For this course you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or maths.
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The Manchester College
Manchester · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Manchester College
Manchester · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Manchester College
Manchester · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Trafford and Stockport College Group
Altrincham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSE's at Grade 4 or above (including maths and/or English Language).
Their version£3,345

South West10

Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 488 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 488 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 488 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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PETROC
Barnstaple · 2 years
They ask for: You will also be asked to provide a portfolio of recent artwork showing your skills and interest in art and design and reflecting your chosen specialism. All ap
Their version£3,351
South Devon College
Paignton · 10 months
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£3,465
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Stroud · 432 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£3,345
The Bournemouth and Poole College
Poole · 2 years
They ask for: You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths Grades 9-4 (formerly Grades A*-C), preferably including a creative subject. We would also requ
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Truro and Penwith College
Truro · 1 year
They ask for: The basic requirement is four GCSEs at grade 4 to include English Language or Literature at grade 4 and mathematics at grade 5 is preferred but 4 is a minimum.
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University Centre Somerset College Group
Bridgwater · 35 weeks
They ask for: Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail info@usccollegegroup.ac.uk for details.
Their version£3,345 to £4,170
Wiltshire College and University Centre
Chippenham · 2 years
They ask for: Please visit our website for the most up to date information.
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North East9

Darlington College
Darlington · 34 weeks
They ask for: You will need 4 GCSEs (or vocational equivalents) at Grade 4 or higher, including English or Maths. We will request a school or college report to demonstrate yo
Their version£3,345
Gateshead College
Gateshead · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please check Carlisle College website
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Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Entry requirements for the course include submitting a portfolio of visual arts work and having at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and M
Their version£9,000
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Evidence of previous experience or study in creative media at an appropriate level - 5 GCSEs at 4-9 or above including maths.
Their version£9,000
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£4,536
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please see our website for current details.
Their version£3,345
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Evidence (a portfolio) of creative work in a related visual arts field. 4 GCSEs at grade four or above including English and maths.
Their version£9,000
The Northern School of Art
Hartlepool · 2 years
They ask for: 4 x GCSEs 9-4/A*-C or equivalent qualifications. GCSE English minimum grade 3/D and Maths 2/E in Maths or Functional Skills Level 1. (If you have Maths / Englis
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Yorkshire and The Humber9

Hull College Group
Hull · 2 years
They ask for: 4 x GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including at least 3(D) in English In addition: GCSE in Art or Design preferred but not essential. Portfolio of artwork will b
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North Lindsey College / Doncaster College
Doncaster · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements.
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North Lindsey College / Doncaster College
Doncaster · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements.
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Rnn Group
Rotherham · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Sheffield College, The
Sheffield · 1 year
They ask for: Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 662 days
They ask for: https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 298 days
They ask for: https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-creative-industries/
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 298 days
They ask for: https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/
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York College
York · 1 year
They ask for: Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
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East Midlands2

DCG
Derby · 36 weeks
They ask for: Typically, you will have at least five GCSEs graded A*- C, including English Language and Maths. Alternatively you may have equivalent intermediate qualificatio
Their version£3,345
Northampton College
Northampton · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Art A portfolio demonstrating your skills and particular interest in Art. This may include GCSE artwork and p
Their versionFree